Building Our Foundation: Community Book Lists and Activities

By Stories of a Colorful World

These resources dive into a journey all about celebrating who we are and how we connect with others. They weave together the themes of Belonging, Identity & Self-Worth, Respect & Empathy, and Courage & Speaking Up—helping children grow into confident, caring, and resilient individuals.

These stories and activities explore what it means to feel at home in our community, appreciate our unique backgrounds, and celebrate the diversity all around us. Through stories, discussion, hands-on activities, and reflection, we’ll build skills that empower kids to value themselves, show respect for others, practice kindness, and use their voices with confidence.

With these resources, children and families will practice welcoming new friends, honoring identity, showing empathy, and standing up for what’s right—all while building a sense of belonging in class and at home.

As we only carry books written by BIPOC authors on our site, you can find them on our Bookshop page https://bookshop.org/lists/unit-1-building-our-foundation