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African American Heritage
2,444 books about african american heritage
0–3 yrs
82 books
4–7 yrs
979 books
8–11 yrs
890 books
12–18 yrs
379 books
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When Morning Comes
Arushi Raina
For the teenager navigating the complexities of racial tension and social justice while trying to find their own voice i
Ages 14–18
The Good Fight
Anne Quirk
For the child curious about why we vote and how we got here. This history of the American struggle for voting rights emp
Ages 8–12
Mansa Musa
Khephra Burns
For the child curious about global history beyond the West. This stunningly illustrated tale explores the growth of a le
Ages 8–12
The Stars Beneath Our Feet
David Barclay Moore
For the child processing a deep loss who needs to see how creativity and community can help them build a new path forwar
Ages 10–14
Blackout
Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, Nic Stone, Angie Thomas, Ashley Woodfolk, Nicola Yoon
For the teen navigating the spark of a new crush or the ache of a past love while finding light and connection in the mi
Ages 12–18
Sailing to Freedom
Martha Bennett Stiles
For the child grappling with a new understanding of right and wrong when family secrets reveal a larger, more dangerous
Ages 8–12
A Splash of Red
Jen Bryant
For the child who loves to create but faces a setback. This inspiring biography shows how one artist found a new way to
Ages 5–9
Amazing Grace #3
Princess Grace
Mary Hoffman
For the child who loves everything pink and sparkly but needs to see that being a leader or a princess comes in many dif
Ages 4–8
Every Body Looking
Candice Iloh
For the teen finding their voice while balancing the weight of cultural traditions, family secrets, and the journey towa
Ages 14–18
Indigo and Ida
Heather Murphy Capps
For the young activist struggling to find their voice when speaking the truth means standing alone or risking long-held
Ages 10–14
My Story, My Dance
Lesa Cline-Ransome
For the child who feels limited by physical challenges or self-doubt. This inspiring true story shows how a boy in leg b
Ages 4–10
1919: The Year That Changed America
Martin W. Sandler
For the teenager curious about how today's social movements began, this award-winning history reveals how one explosive
Ages 12–18
Counting on Katherine
Helaine Becker
For the child who loves to ask 'why' and finds magic in numbers, this story of NASA legend Katherine Johnson celebrates
Ages 5–9
The Electric Slide and Kai
Kelly J. Baptist
For the child who feels nervous about joining in or making a mistake, this joyful story celebrates the power of practice
Ages 4–8
Orphan Island #2
Seaward Born
Lea Wait
For the child grappling with big questions about fairness and freedom. This historical journey follows a brave boy's esc
Ages 8–12
Game Changers
Lesa Cline-Ransome
For the child who needs to see that greatness takes grit, this story follows two sisters who leaned on each other to cha
Ages 4–10
The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation #1
The Pox Party
M. T. Anderson
For the teenager grappling with the contradictions of history and the search for identity within a system that views peo
Ages 14–18
Shake, Rattle, & Roll: The Founders of Rock & Roll
Holly George-Warren
For the child who loves to make noise and rhythm, these stories of musical pioneers show how following your own beat can
Ages 6–10
Wonder Horse
written and ill. by Emily Arnold McCully
For the child who loves animals and needs to see how patience and gentle care can unlock incredible potential in others.
Ages 4–9
Ain't Nothing But a Man: My Quest to Find the Real John Henry
Marc Aronson, Scott Reynolds Nelson
For the inquisitive middle-schooler who loves uncovering secrets, this real-life historical detective story reveals the
Ages 10–14
The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read
Rita Lorraine Hubbard
For the child who feels discouraged by a slow start or a difficult challenge, this true story shows that it is never too
Ages 4–9
Eat This!
Andrea Curtis
For the child who needs to find their place in the world while navigating big transitions. This story follows an orphan
Ages 9–13
Impossible Moon
Breanna J. McDaniel
For the child grappling with a loved one's illness and seeking a sense of agency through wonder, heritage, and the magic
Ages 4–8
Bull Run
Paul Fleischman
For the child grappling with the complexity of conflict, this multi-voiced narrative explores how war changes everyone i
Ages 10–14
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