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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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6–8
9–12
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The Greatest Muhammad Ali
Walter Dean Myers
For the young reader who wants to understand how a sports hero becomes a cultural icon through grit, conviction, and sta
Ages 10–14
Nic Blake and the Remarkables #1
The Manifestor Prophecy
Angie Thomas
For the child feeling the weight of a family secret or the pressure to prove their worth, this magical quest explores fi
Ages 8–12
Ida B. Wells Marches for the Vote
Dinah Johnson
For the child learning to speak up for what is right, even when others try to push them aside. Discover how Ida B. Wells
Ages 4–8
Dear America #39
The Journal of Joshua Loper: A Black Cowboy
Walter Dean Myers
For the teen discovering their place in history, this diary follows a young Black cowboy's grit and growth on the demand
Ages 9–14
My America: Corey's Underground Railroad Diary #3
Message in the Sky
Sharon Dennis Wyeth
For the child exploring what it means to be truly free, this diary follows a boy who finds safety in Canada and risks ev
Ages 7–10
Little Cliff #2
Little Cliff and the Cold Place
Clifton L. Taulbert
For the child whose curiosity knows no bounds, this story shows how a loving grandparent's creativity can bring the wond
Ages 4–8
Sellout
Ebony Joy Wilkins
For the teenager navigating the pressure to fit in while staying true to their heritage and finding where they belong ac
Ages 12–17
First but Forgotten
The Untold Story of John P. Parker: Underground Railroad Conductor
Artika R. Tyner
For the child who asks how one person can change the world. This graphic biography follows a man who turned his pain int
Ages 8–12
The Legendborn Cycle #2
Bloodmarked
Tracy Deonn
For the teen navigating the heavy weight of inherited expectations while processing deep personal loss and systemic inju
Ages 14–18
The Friends #1
The Friends
Rosa Guy
For the teen navigating the tension between their family's expectations and the complex social hierarchies of a new home
Ages 12–17
One More River to Cross: The Story of Twelve Black Americans
James Haskins
For the child curious about heroes who changed the world. These inspiring true stories show how perseverance and courage
Ages 9–14
Black Hands, White Sails
Patricia C. McKissack, Fredrick L. McKissack
Explore the hidden history of Black mariners who found freedom, leadership, and equality on the high seas when they were
Ages 9–14
The Invisible Princess
Faith Ringgold
For the child grappling with the concept of systemic unfairness and the power of hope in the face of historical hardship
Ages 5–9
Women of Our Time
Mary McLeod Bethune: Voice of Black Hope
Milton Meltzer
For the child curious about how one person can change the world, this biography follows Mary's journey from working in c
Ages 7–11
Black Boy, Rise
Brynne Barnes
A soul-stirring anthem for Black boys that celebrates their heritage, creative power, and the brilliant future they carr
Ages 4–10
Rosa Parks: My Story
Rosa Parks, Jim Haskins
For the child questioning why things are the way they are, this firsthand account of courage shows how one quiet act can
Ages 10–14
Civil Rights Leaders
Peaceful Leader: Martin Luther King Jr.
Bruce Bednarchuk
For the child learning about fairness and how one person can change the world through peace, this musical story introduc
Ages 5–8
Ida, in Love and in Trouble
Veronica Chambers
For the teen navigating a life-altering choice or seeking her own voice when society tries to silence it, this novel exp
Ages 14–18
Cornerstones of Freedom
Rosa Parks: Freedom Rider
Keith Brandt, Joanne Mattern
For the child learning about fairness and the power of one voice. This biography shows how quiet courage can change the
Ages 7–10
Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child grappling with big questions about right and wrong, this lyrical story explores finding the inner strength
Ages 5–9
Long Journey Home
Julius Lester
For the teenager grappling with the weight of history and the meaning of freedom. These stories offer a raw, dignified l
Ages 12–18
Happy Birthday, Martin Luther King
Jean Marzollo
For the child curious about why we celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, this accessible biography introduces his messa
Ages 4–8
The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation #2
The Kingdom on the Waves
M. T. Anderson
For the teenager grappling with complex questions of identity, liberty, and the harsh realities of history during the Am
Ages 14–18
Dear America #4
A Picture of Freedom
Patricia McKissack
For the child grappling with the meaning of courage and justice. This diary of a young girl's secret path to literacy re
Ages 8–12
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