African American Heritage Books for Ages 4–7

Explore our collection of children's books about african american heritage recommended for kids ages 4–7.

1,112 books

John Henry vs. the Mighty Steam Drill

Cari Meister

For the child exploring the value of hard work and grit, this graphic novel brings a legendary American hero to life as

Ages 7–11

Great Black Performers #3

Ella Fitzgerald: The Tale of a Vocal Virtuosa

Andrea Davis Pinkney

For the child discovering their own unique voice, this rhythmic tribute shows how perseverance and creativity can turn a

Ages 4–9

Up Periscope! How Engineer Raye Montague Revolutionized Shipbuilding

Jennifer Swanson

For the child who loves to build and needs to see that their big ideas belong in the world, even when others say they do

Ages 4–8

We Wait for the Sun

Dovey Johnson Roundtree, Katie McCabe

For the child who thrives on special rituals with a grandparent. This quiet story captures the magic of a pre-dawn walk

Ages 4–8

The Voice in the Forest A Tale from Ghana

Efua T. Sutherland

For the child who feels misunderstood by others, this folk retelling shows how an unlikely hero's bravery can save the d

Ages 7–10

Ordinary Days The Seeds, Sound, and City That Grew Prince Rogers Nelson

Angela Joy

For the child who feels like an outsider, this lyrical biography shows how the 'ordinary' sights and sounds of a city ca

Ages 4–9

Goin' Someplace Special

Patricia C. McKissack

For the child navigating a world that isn't always fair, this story celebrates the courage and dignity needed to find on

Ages 4–9

Emeka, Eat Egusi!

Candice Iloh

For the child hesitant to try unfamiliar foods, this story celebrates the joy of discovering family traditions and the d

Ages 4–8

Aunt Nancy #2

Aunt Nancy and Old Man Trouble

Phyllis Root

For the child learning how to handle bad days or pesky troublemakers. This clever trickster tale shows how wit and a pos

Ages 4–8

Cornerstones of Freedom

Jackie Robinson

Barbara Knox

For the young sports fan who is beginning to notice that some things aren't fair: an accessible introduction to the man

Ages 5–8

To the Top of the World: Barbara Hillary, the First Black Woman to Reach the North and South Poles

Deborah Blumenthal

For the child who needs to know that adventure has no age limit or boundary. This biography shows how grit and passion c

Ages 4–8

Joy Takes Root

Gwendolyn Wallace

For the child who needs to slow down and breathe. This gentle story introduces mindfulness and the healing power of natu

Ages 4–8

bell hooks' Children's Books #4

Skin Again

bell hooks

For children starting to notice physical differences, this poetic book explores how our skin is just a covering for the

Ages 3–8

bell hooks' Children's Books #3

Be Boy Buzz

bell hooks

A rhythmic and vibrant celebration for every boy, affirming that they can be both bold and quiet, fierce and sweet, and

For the child curious about standing up against unfairness, this stylized biography explores how one leader's peaceful p

Ages 4–8

Unspoken: A Story from the Underground Railroad

Henry Cole

For children processing the weight of doing the right thing when it is difficult, this wordless story explores the quiet

Ages 5–10

Say Hey!: A Song of Willie Mays

Peter Mandel

For the young sports fan who needs to see how passion and perseverance can turn a childhood dream into a legendary legac

Ages 4–8

Phoebe the Spy

Judith Berry Griffin

For the child who wonders how they can make a difference in big moments. Phoebe shows that even a young person can use t

Ages 7–10

A Picture Book Biography

A Picture Book of Jackie Robinson

David A. Adler

For the child who loves sports but needs to understand how courage and fairness are just as important as a home run.

Ages 6–9

The Anti-Slavery Alphabet

Anonymous

For parents seeking to introduce the gravity of history, this primary source from 1846 uses the alphabet to teach the mo

Ages 7–12

We Had a Picnic This Sunday Past

Jacqueline Woodson

Celebrate the joy of community and tradition through a young girl's observations of her lively relatives and the special

Ages 4–8

Yoruba Alphabet for Children: Teaching Children Yoruba Alphabet using Picture Book with English Translation

Ayanmakinde Akande

For families looking to connect with their West African roots through language, this vibrant guide makes learning the Yo

Ages 2–7

The Night Has Ears African Proverbs

Ashley Bryan

For the curious child discovering the power of words, this collection of African proverbs uses vibrant art to share ance

Ages 4–10

Desmond and the Very Mean Word

Desmond Tutu, Douglas Carlton Abrams

For the child grappling with the sting of an insult or unfair treatment. This story helps little ones navigate big feeli

Ages 5–9

Popular Series in This Category

bell hooks' Children's Books

2 books in this category