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African American Heritage
2,354 books about african american heritage
0–3 yrs
81 books
4–7 yrs
950 books
8–11 yrs
854 books
12–18 yrs
359 books
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What Was?
What Were the Negro Leagues?
Varian Johnson
For the child curious about why sports weren't always fair, this history reveals how Black athletes built their own leag
Ages 8–12
Malcolm X: By Any Means Necessary
Walter Dean Myers
From his leadership in the Nation of Islam to his final speeches, follow the journey of a man whose pursuit of justice t
Ages 12–18
Kizzy Ann Stamps
Jeri Watts
For the child feeling anxious about fitting in at a new school or worried that their physical differences might make oth
Ages 8–12
March On Children!
Katina L Rankin
For the child learning about fairness and the power of their own voice. This book honors the brave children who marched
Ages 6–10
This Is the Rope
Jacqueline Woodson
A single piece of rope travels with an African American family through the years, binding their story together during th
Ages 5–8
Spies of Mississippi: The True Story of the Spy Network That Tried to Destroy the Civil Rights Movement
Rick Bowers
Mississippi state agents used a secret network to spy on neighbors and teachers in a high-stakes propaganda war to stop
Ages 12–18
Copper Sun
Sharon M. Draper
A fifteen-year-old Ashanti girl fights to survive unimaginable sorrow after being taken from her home and transported to
Ages 14–18
We Are One: The Story of Bayard Rustin
Larry Dane Brimner
The architect of the 1963 March on Washington comes to life through the story of his unwavering commitment to nonviolenc
Ages 8–12
Autobiography of My Dead Brother
Walter Dean Myers
For the teen navigating the heartbreak of watching a childhood friend drift toward a dangerous path and the struggle to
Ages 12–18
Beauty, Her Basket
Sandra Belton
Amidst the beauty of the Sea Islands, a young girl weaves sea grass and memories as her grandmother shares the rich hist
Ages 5–9
Tar Beach
Faith Ringgold
For the child who needs to feel that their dreams can carry them above any hardship, this story celebrates the power of
Ages 4–8
Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: The Story Behind an American Friendship
Russell Freedman
The most fascinating thing you'll learn is how a self-taught president and a brilliant abolitionist forged a vital frien
Ages 10–14
Promise Boys
Nick Brooks
A prestigious prep school principal is murdered, leaving three students to track down the real killer before they are fr
Ages 14–18
I Love My... Books
I Love My Hair!
Natasha Anastasia Tarpley
For the child learning to embrace their natural beauty, this gentle story celebrates the joy and heritage found in every
Ages 0–6
Grandmama's Pride
Becky Birtha
During a bus trip to the South in 1956, young Sarah Marie witnesses her grandmother's quiet dignity in the face of segre
Ages 5–9
Every Time a Rainbow Dies
Rita Williams-Garcia
For the teenager processing witnessing a traumatic event or navigating the heavy intersection of grief, urban violence,
Ages 14–18
Baby Flo: Florence Mills Lights Up the Stage
Alan Schroeder
A talented young singer and dancer from the Harlem Renaissance takes the stage as this biography follows Florence Mills
Ages 6–10
Hip-Hop World
Hip-Hop History
Wendy Garofoli
Trace the evolution of hip-hop from its early roots to its current status as a global phenomenon. Learn about the cultur
Ages 8–12
Taking Flight: From War Orphan to Star Ballerina
Michaela DePrince, Elaine DePrince
Born into the violence of war-torn Sierra Leone, a young orphan overcomes staggering odds to find a new family and becom
Ages 12–18
Hazelwood High #1
Tears of a Tiger
Sharon M. Draper
For teens grappling with the heavy weight of guilt, loss, or depression. This raw story explores the aftermath of a trag
Ages 13–18
Monster
Walter Dean Myers
Sixteen-year-old Steve Harmon processes his murder trial from a prison cell, documenting the courtroom drama through the
Ages 13–18
A Picture Book Biography #24
A Picture Book of Thurgood Marshall
David A. Adler
Trace the journey of the first African-American Supreme Court justice, from his early life to his historic role in the h
Ages 6–9
Garden Heights #1
The Hate U Give
Angie Thomas
Starr Carter is the only witness to a fatal police shooting of her best friend, leaving her to decide if speaking up is
Ages 14–18
A Night for the Rice Carriers
Carmen Rubin
Vibrant gardens and full-moon celebrations set the stage for Mae to share the powerful story of ancestors who hid rice i
Ages 4–8
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