No Small Potatoes

Reach for this book when your child feels discouraged by small beginnings or when you want to introduce the complex history of American slavery through a lens of triumph and tangible success. This true story follows Junebug, born into enslavement, who transforms himself into Junius G. Groves, the Potato King of the World. It explores deep themes of resilience, financial independence, and the dignity of hard work. While it acknowledges the harsh reality of its historical setting, the narrative focus remains on Groves's incredible journey from having nothing to owning a massive, thriving empire. It is a perfect choice for parents wanting to celebrate African American history while teaching that big dreams are built one small potato at a time.