Books by Carole Boston Weatherford

Carole Boston Weatherford writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–18, exploring themes of resilience & perseverance, self-confidence & identity, cultural identity.

Standalone Books (Ages 8–11)

Dear Mr. Rosenwald

Carole Boston Weatherford

Follow young Ovella as her community in the 1920s Southern States pools resources to build a much-needed school, support

Ages 4–11

Champions on the Bench: The Cannon Street YMCA All Stars

Carole Boston Weatherford

For parents wanting to discuss historical injustice, this true story of a youth baseball team facing segregation highlig

Ages 7–10

Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library

Carole Boston Weatherford

For children curious about history, this inspiring biography celebrates one man's lifelong quest to preserve and share t

Ages 8–12

Box: Henry Brown Mails Himself to Freedom

Carole Boston Weatherford

Experience the harrowing true story of Henry Brown, a man who courageously shipped himself in a box to escape slavery, t

Ages 4–11

Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer, Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement

Carole Boston Weatherford

For children curious about fighting for fairness and freedom, this book celebrates a powerful voice in the Civil Rights

Ages 9–14

Crowning Glory: A Celebration of Black Hair

Carole Boston Weatherford

For the child who needs to see their unique beauty reflected and celebrated, this book is a joyous affirmation of Black

Ages 4–8

Bros

Carole Boston Weatherford

For families exploring the unique bond between brothers, this book beautifully captures the joys, squabbles, and endurin

Ages 6–8

Outspoken: Paul Robeson, Ahead of His Time

Carole Boston Weatherford

Paul Robeson was a Renaissance man, excelling in sports, academics, music, and acting. This poetic biography highlights

Ages 4–11

How Do You Spell Unfair?: MacNolia Cox and the National Spelling Bee

Carole Boston Weatherford

For children learning to identify and challenge injustice, this book tells the inspiring true story of a young girl's co

Ages 7–10

By Age Range

Ages 4–7

7 books

Ages 8–11

9 books

Ages 12–18

3 books

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