Stories That Connect Us

Celebrating culture, identity, and belonging through children's books that inspire and embrace diversity.

A warm illustration of diverse children gathered around a globe, sharing stories and smiles.
A warm illustration of diverse children gathered around a globe, sharing stories and smiles.

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A cozy reading nook bathed in warm cream light, surrounded by colorful children's books from the 'i am' series.
A cozy reading nook bathed in warm cream light, surrounded by colorful children's books from the 'i am' series.

Stories

Celebrating culture, identity, and belonging through vibrant illustrations.

A joyful child holding an open 'i am' book, eyes wide with wonder, framed by soft terracotta and mustard tones.
A joyful child holding an open 'i am' book, eyes wide with wonder, framed by soft terracotta and mustard tones.
Illustrated children from diverse backgrounds gathered around a globe, sharing stories and smiles.
Illustrated children from diverse backgrounds gathered around a globe, sharing stories and smiles.
Close-up of a beautifully detailed page from the book series, showcasing rich textures and warm earthy colors.
Close-up of a beautifully detailed page from the book series, showcasing rich textures and warm earthy colors.

Voices

Hear what families say about raštai

My kids light up when we read these stories; they feel proud of their roots and excited to learn about others.

Anna Lee
A smiling young mother reading a colorful raštai book with her two children at a cozy reading nook.
A smiling young mother reading a colorful raštai book with her two children at a cozy reading nook.

Portland OR

These books have become a treasured part of our bedtime routine, sparking conversations about culture and kindness.

A diverse group of children sitting in a circle, engaged and smiling as they share raštai books together.
A diverse group of children sitting in a circle, engaged and smiling as they share raštai books together.
Mark Diaz

Austin TX

★★★★★
★★★★★

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