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African American Heritage
2,355 books about african american heritage
0–3 yrs
81 books
4–7 yrs
950 books
8–11 yrs
854 books
12–18 yrs
360 books
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
House That Crack Built, The
Clark Taylor
For parents and educators needing a stark, honest way to discuss the far-reaching impact of the drug trade and addiction
Ages 10–18
Great Episodes #1
Wolf by the Ears
Ann Rinaldi
For the teen exploring the weight of their heritage and the courage it takes to claim their own identity while navigatin
Ages 12–17
Dave at Night
Gail Carson Levine
For the child who feels like an outsider or is facing difficult circumstances. This story explores finding belonging and
Ages 8–12
Nappy Hair
Carolivia Herron
For the child learning to love every curl and kink of their hair, this joyful story transforms ancestral heritage into a
Ages 4–8
The Window
Michael Dorris
For the child navigating the shift of living with unfamiliar relatives while a parent focuses on recovery and healing.
Ages 9–13
Breaking Barriers
The Story of Jackie Robinson
Michael Burgan
For the child learning how one person's courage can change the world. This immersive history explores the bravery needed
Ages 8–12
Let's Talk About Race
Julius Lester
For the child noticing differences for the first time, this book gently explains that race is just one part of the wonde
Ages 4–9
Sweet Clara and the Freedom Quilt
Deborah Hopkinson
For the child learning how creativity and courage can overcome injustice. A young girl uses her sewing skills to craft a
Ages 5–9
Zeely
Virginia Hamilton
For the child whose imagination is sparked by mystery and awe. Follow Geeder as she navigates the line between childhood
Ages 9–12
Second Daughter: The Story of a Slave Girl
Mildred Pitts Walter
For the child questioning what it means to be truly free. Follow a young girl as she witnesses her sister's historic leg
Ages 10–14
The Story of Abraham Lincoln
Carla Jablonski
For the child who asks how one person can change the world, this early biography shows how kindness and hard work led a
Ages 6–9
Scholastic Chapter Book Biography
Let's Dream, Martin Luther King, Jr.!
Peter Roop, Connie Roop
For the child curious about how a young boy from Atlanta grew up to change the world through peace and big dreams.
Ages 6–9
Willow
Tonya Cherie Hegamin
For the teenager grappling with the weight of family loyalty versus the call of their own conscience and the terrifying,
Ages 14–18
Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra
Andrea Davis Pinkney
For the child who thinks they aren't 'good' at something yet, this rhythmic biography shows how passion and persistence
Ages 4–9
Astrology for Black Girls: A Beginner's Guide for Black Girls Who Look to the Stars
Jordannah Elizabeth
For the curious girl looking to connect her identity with the cosmos. This guide helps Black girls explore astrology whi
Ages 8–12
Quiet Storm
Lydia Omolola Okutoro
For the teenager searching for their place in the world, this powerful anthology amplifies young Black voices on identit
Ages 12–18
Raspberry Hill #1
Money Hungry
Sharon G. Flake
For the child who feels anxious about family finances or has experienced housing instability, this story explores the de
Ages 10–14
Stella by Starlight
Sharon Mills Draper
For the child grappling with news of injustice or systemic unfairness, this moving story provides a lens for understandi
Ages 9–13
The Conjure Woman
William Miller
For children facing a scary illness or feeling intimidated by people who seem different. This story celebrates the power
Ages 5–9
Lucky Beans
Becky Birtha
For the child who wonders how school lessons matter in real life, this heartwarming story shows how a boy's math skills
Ages 6–9
Bebop Express
H. L. Panahi
For the child who loves the rhythmic chug of a train and the soulful beat of a drum, this jazzy ride celebrates musical
Ages 3–8
Drita, My Homegirl
Jenny Lombard
For the child adjusting to a new home or grieving a loss, this story shows how two girls from different worlds find comm
Ages 8–12
Acting
Sherri Winston
For the teenager navigating the shift from childhood dreams to adult realities when a family crisis changes everything.
Ages 13–18
Let's Read Biography
Frederick Douglass
Houghton Mifflin
For the child curious about heroes who changed the world. This accessible biography introduces Frederick Douglass and hi
Ages 6–9
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