African American Heritage

For the child who feels limited by physical challenges or self-doubt. This inspiring true story shows how a boy in leg b

For the child curious about why we vote and how we got here. This history of the American struggle for voting rights emp

For the child curious about global history beyond the West. This stunningly illustrated tale explores the growth of a le

Ten-year-old Bud hits the road during the Great Depression with nothing but a suitcase of treasures and a mission to fin

For the child navigating a relationship with a family member who is more elegant and reserved than warm and fuzzy.

Moving away to college finally gives Ana the space she needs to break free from a strict upbringing and find her own rhy

Uncover a hidden family history inspired by the true story of Walter Tull, the first Black officer to lead white British

For the child grappling with the reality of global conflict or seeking to understand the strength of the human spirit in

Amanda faces the daunting reality of school integration in North Carolina alone after her best friend's parents choose a

With Hurricane Katrina bearing down on New Orleans, a young musician named Saint braves the rising floodwaters to find h

For the child who compares their life to others, this West African folktale explores how 'more' isn't always better and

For a child struggling with the heavy, confusing stages of grief after the loss of a parent. This gentle verse follows a

For the young sports fan who looks up to the greats, these inspiring true stories show how perseverance and grit turned

For the child who needs a boost of confidence, these true stories of brave women show that anyone can change the world t

The complex rhythms and improvisational genius of jazz legend Thelonious Monk come to life in this introduction to one o

Voices from both sides of the Civil War collide in this collection of perspectives on the battle of Bull Run, from gener

For the girl who feels like a shadow in her own life, this verse novel explores the messy, painful process of outgrowing

Straight out of high school in Harlem, Richie Perry enters the summer of 1967 and finds himself facing a devastating yea

Amal is a poet and artist whose life is upended by a biased system, forcing him to use his creative voice to maintain hi

For children navigating the small joys and challenges of growing up while finding their own unique way to shine in their

Zélie Adebola fights to restore magic to the kingdom of Orïsha and stop the brutal suppression of her people in this hig

For the young music lover who wants to discover the trailblazing women who shaped modern sounds. This guide profiles ico

For the curious child who loves to tap out rhythms and wants to know how their favorite sounds are made. A guide to inst

In 1958 Kansas City, Louis must decide if he should stick with the popular crowd or stand by his new neighbor during a t