An excellent site with lists of books, CDs, and some toys for all ages, which are searchable by country. Not all books are age appropriate, and not all meet high literary and visual art standards, but this site lists items you cannot find anywhere else.
This press specializes in books about children who are African American, Asian, Latino, and Native American. Some are for young children, but most are for 6- to 12-year-olds. However, the artwork is so wonderful and the topics so important in all the books that it's worth checking out and adapting those for older children by “telling” simplified stories with preschoolers. Many books are bilingual in English and Spanish or English and Japanese, for example.
This publisher site contains wonderful bibliographies of children’s books listed by identity categories. There are several lists of children’s books, including categories such as “Family,” “Labor,” and “Spanish/English Bilingual.” Make sure to pay attention to age appropriateness.
This site offers translations in many languages, including Middle Eastern and Asian languages, for often used books for young children.
This site contains excellent lists of books, many appropriate for children ages 5 and under. There is a strong focus on multiethnic children.
This is the best Native American site for teachers. It was developed by members of various Indian nations. They have an excellent list of books, written by American Indians, many of which are appropriate for young children. They also have a surprising list of books to avoid.
Additional Resources for Teaching
A curriculum for early childhood professionals on respectfully including the families with gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered people. Includes handouts, suggested curriculum, and resources.
Founded by teachers, this site provides books and articles about diversity and equity work with children from preschool through high school, as well as critical analysis of changes needed in education. Focus is on elementary school and above, but much of the material is extremely useful for early childhood educators.
Syracuse Cultural Workers
Offers a large collection of posters on diversity and equity, many relevant to children and families. Teachers will also find stickers and buttons to use in their own advocacy work.