Dear Yesteryear

A parent would reach for this book when their child begins asking about their heritage or starts to wonder what life was like for those who came before them. It is a perfect selection for families looking to foster a sense of belonging and ancestral pride through a lens of beauty and dignity. Rather than focusing on historical trauma, this book uses rare archival photographs to showcase the everyday elegance, creativity, and strength of Black people in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Through poetic prose, the book connects the modern child to a lineage of dreamers, workers, and families. It is ideal for children aged 4 to 8, providing a visual bridge between the past and the present. Parents will appreciate how it frames history not just as a set of dates, but as a living story that lives on within the child. It is a gentle yet powerful tool for building self-confidence and a grounded sense of identity.