The ABCs of Black History

"The ABCs of Black History" is a powerful and engaging picture book that introduces young readers, ages 4-11, to the vast and vibrant history of Black culture. Through rhyming text, each letter of the alphabet highlights significant people, events, and concepts, from Mae Jemison to the Great Migration. The book balances moments of triumph and heartbreak with a hopeful and celebratory tone, making complex history accessible. Rich back matter provides additional context, encouraging deeper learning and family discussions about heritage, resilience, and the ongoing impact of Black history.

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER B is for Beautiful, Brave, and Bright! And for a Book that takes a Bold journey through the alphabet of Black history and culture. Letter by letter, The ABCs of Black History celebrates a story that spans continents and centuries, triumph and heartbreak, creativity and joy. It’s a story of big ideas––P is for Power, S is for Science and Soul. Of significant moments––G is for Great Migration. Of iconic figures––H is for Zora Neale Hurston, X is for Malcom X. It’s an ABC book like no other, and a story of hope and love. In addition to rhyming text, the book includes back matter with information on the events, places, and people mentioned in the poem, from Mae Jemison to W. E. B. Du Bois, Fannie Lou Hamer to Sam Cooke, and the Little Rock Nine to DJ Kool Herc.