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Who Will I Be, Lord?
Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
For the child wondering about their place in the world and how the legacy of their family shapes their future possibilit
Ages 4–8
Lucky Broken Girl
Ruth Behar
For the child facing a long recovery or physical confinement, this story offers hope through a young girl's journey of h
Ages 10–14
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child learning about the strength of their ancestors, this poetic prayer offers a moving bridge between history
Ages 4–8
Ellen's Broom
Kelly Starling Lyons
A special broom hanging on the cabin wall serves as a powerful memory of a secret wedding as Ellen and her parents head
Ages 5–9
No Crystal Stair: A Documentary Novel of the Life and Work of Lewis Michaux, Harlem Bookseller
Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
Lewis Michaux built a sanctuary for the mind in Harlem, creating a legendary bookstore that became a vital center for Bl
Ages 12–18
Days Of Jubilee: The End of Slavery in the United States
Patricia C. McKissack, Frederick L. McKissack
For the student curious about the real story of Juneteenth and the long road to freedom. This history uses primary sourc
Ages 10–14
Rebels Against Slavery: American Slave Revolts
Patricia C. McKissack, Fredrick L. McKissack
For the student exploring the true depth of American history, this book moves beyond passive narratives to reveal the br
Ages 10–15
Show Way
Jacqueline Woodson
For the child discovering how their own family story fits into the grand tapestry of history and the enduring strength o
Ages 6–10
Small Rain: Verses From The Bible
Jessie Orton Jones
For the family seeking to connect ancient wisdom with a child's modern world through gentle, accessible scripture and in
Ages 3–7
The Day the Animals Came
Frances Ward Weller
Missing her animals in the West Indies, a young girl finds comfort and new friends during the blessing of the animals at
Ages 5–9
Ghost Town Treasure
Clyde Robert Bulla
Desperate to save his family's store from closing, a boy follows clues from an old diary in hopes of finding gold hidden
Ages 7–10
The Fourth Wise Man
Susan Summers
A fourth Wise Man misses the caravan to find the newborn King because he stops to help others, leading to a life-changin
Ages 5–10
A Day That Changed America
The March on Washington
Margeaux Weston
For children asking why fairness matters, this narrative history brings the 1963 March on Washington to life, showing ho
Ages 7–10
A Picture Book Biography #13
A Picture Book of Frederick Douglass
David A. Adler
Follow the journey of a man who escaped slavery to become one of the most powerful voices for freedom and abolition in t
Ages 6–10
Ellie the Elephant #1
Ellie
Mike Wu
The zoo is facing closure, and while every animal tries to help, it is Ellie the elephant's hidden artistic talent that
Ages 3–7
Juniper Lemon's Happiness Index
Julie Israel
Sixty-five days after her sister dies, Juniper finds a mysterious breakup letter that leads her on a search for secrets
Ages 12–18
My Australian Story #11
Our Don Bradman
Peter Allen
Cricket-obsessed Victor moves to Sydney during the Great Depression, hoping for a chance to see his hero Don Bradman fac
Ages 9–13
Esperanza Rising
Pam Muñoz Ryan
Esperanza leaves her life of privilege in Mexico for a California labor camp, fighting to adapt and survive during the G
Ages 8–12
The Brave Little Parrot
Rafe Martin
A tiny bird carries single drops of water to a forest fire, showing that even the smallest act of courage can change the
Ages 4–8
The Dream Keeper
Langston Hughes
Rhythmic blues, soulful songs, and lyrical verses celebrate the Black experience and the enduring beauty of human dreams
Ages 8–12
The Water and the Wild #1
The Water and the Wild
K.E. Ormsbee
For the child grappling with the helplessness of a loved one's illness, this journey through a magical portal explores t
Ages 8–12
God's Dream
Desmond Tutu, Douglas Carlton Abrams
Archbishop Desmond Tutu shares a gentle, heartfelt vision of a world united by empathy, forgiveness, and the shared joy
Ages 3–7
Playing for the Commandant
Suzy Zail
For the teen processing the weight of history and the impossible choices of the human heart during times of unimaginable
Ages 14–18
By the Time You Read This, I'll Be Dead
Julie Anne Peters
Daelyn Rice has reached her breaking point after years of bullying, but an unexpected connection with a persistent class
Ages 14–18
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