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African American Heritage Books for Ages 8–11 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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African American Heritage Books for Ages 8–11

Explore our collection of children's books about african american heritage recommended for kids ages 8–11.

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The World Beneath

For the child questioning why the world is unfair, this historical novel explores finding your voice and choosing a side

Cover of Americans Who Tell the Truth

Americans Who Tell the Truth

Robert Shetterly

For the child who asks why the world feels unfair: discover the courageous people who spoke up for justice and helped sh

Cover of One Love, One Heart: A History of Reggae

One Love, One Heart: A History of Reggae

For the middle grader discovering a love for music and global history, this book explores how reggae became a powerful v

Cover of Maniac Magee

For the child grappling with the complexities of race, homelessness, or finding where they belong, this legendary tale e

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John Philip Duck

Patricia Polacco

For the child who loves animals and needs to see how perseverance and a little creativity can turn a humble pet into a l

Cover of Candace Parker

Basketball Superstars

For the young sports fan who needs to see that hard work and passion can turn a childhood dream into a professional lega

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A Sonic Adventure #2

Squeak, Rumble, Whomp! Whomp! Whomp!

Wynton Marsalis

For the child who loves to make noise and explore their neighborhood. Discover how everyday city sounds can become a rhy

Cover of Belle Teal

For the child navigating complex changes at home and school, from a grandparent's memory loss to standing up for what is

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The Making of America: The History of the United States from 1492 to the Present

Robert D. Johnston

For the curious student needing a clear, visual overview of how the United States grew from early exploration to the mod

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Spies of the Civil War

Michael Burgan, Angie Kaelberer

For the curious student who loves secrets and puzzles, this book explores the daring, real-life heroes who worked in the

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Can You Survive a Civil War Escape?

Jessica Gunderson

For the curious learner who enjoys being in the driver's seat, this interactive adventure explores the life-or-death cho

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The Civil War by the Numbers

For the visual learner who prefers facts and figures over long narratives, this book breaks down the American Civil War

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Stalebread Charlie and the Razzy Dazzy Spasm Band

For the child who feels they have nothing but their imagination, this story shows how even junk can become a joyful song

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Historical Narratives

President Lincoln's Killer and the America He Left Behind

Jessica Gunderson

For the curious student exploring how a single moment in history can change a nation's path toward freedom and justice.

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Heroes of Baseball: The Men Who Made It America's Favorite Game

For the young sports fan who wants to know the stories behind the legends, from the triumphs of Babe Ruth to the breakin

Cover of Jordan Peele

Influential People

Samantha S. Bell

For the young creative who loves movies and comedy, this biography shows how a kid with a big imagination grew up to bec

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Trembling Earth

Kim L. Siegelson

For the young reader wrestling with what is legal versus what is right, this gripping historical survival story explores

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Aunt Nancy and the Bothersome Visitors

For children learning to set boundaries with tricky people, these funny tales show how a little wit and a cool head can

Cover of When the World Turned Upside Down

When the World Turned Upside Down

For the child trying to make sense of big world events, this story explores how neighbors can lean on each other during

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Girlhood Journeys #2

Kai: A Big Decision

Sharon Shavers Gayle

For the child learning that growing up means balancing personal desires with the needs of their community and family.

Cover of Marching to Appomattox: The Footrace that Ended the Civil War

Marching to Appomattox: The Footrace that Ended the Civil War

For the young history buff ready to move beyond basic facts to understand the strategic tension and human drama of the C

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Welcome to Music #2

Welcome to Jazz

For the child who loves to move to the beat and wants to know how music is made. Explore the soulful world of jazz throu

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Henry the Bear #3

Henry Climbs a Mountain

For the child questioning why rules exist or feeling frustrated by unfairness. This story uses a bear's imagination to e

Cover of Picturing a Nation: The Great Depression's Finest Photographers Introduce America to Itself

Picturing a Nation: The Great Depression's Finest Photographers Introduce America to Itself

Martin W. Sandler

For the child curious about how people survive tough times, this powerful collection of photography explores resilience