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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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Maggie's Amerikay
Barbara Timberlake Russell
For the child feeling out of place or missing home, this story of an Irish girl and a Black boy in old New Orleans celeb
Ages 6–10
Singing with Momma Lou
Linda Jacobs Altman
For the child struggling to connect with a grandparent who has memory loss, this story offers a gentle bridge through mu
Ages 5–9
Singled Out: The True Story of Glenn Burke, the First Openly Gay MLB Player and Inventor of the High Five
Andrew Maraniss
For the teen athlete wrestling with their identity, this biography reveals the hidden history of a baseball pioneer and
Ages 12–18
Harlem Grown: How One Big Idea Transformed a Neighborhood
Tony Hillery
For the child who wants to see how small actions can change a neighborhood, this true story shows the power of turning s
Ages 4–8
Instant Help Solutions
The Self-Love Revolution: Radical Beauty Positivity for Girls of Color
Virgie Tovar
For the girl of color navigating unfair beauty standards, this empowering guide offers tools to dismantle internalized p
Ages 12–18
Dear Dad: Growing Up With a Parent in Prison -- and How We Stayed Connected
Jay Jay Patton, Kiara Valdez
For the child navigating the distance of a parent's incarceration, this vibrant memoir offers hope through the story of
Ages 8–12
A Storm Called Katrina
Myron Uhlberg
For the child processing a community crisis or learning about resilience, this story shows how art and family bonds prov
Ages 7–11
Into the Streets: A Young Person's Visual History of Protest in the United States
Marke Bieschke
For the teen asking how they can make a difference, this visual history explores how public protests have shaped the Ame
Ages 12–18
Please Books #3
Giant Steps to Change the World
Spike Lee, Tonya Lewis Lee
For the child who wants to change the world but doesn't know where to start. This inspiring book shows how small acts le
Ages 4–8
From Sea to Shining Sea: A Treasury of American Folklore and Folksongs
Amy Cohn (editor)
For the family wanting to explore the many voices of the American past, this vibrant collection uses songs and stories t
Ages 6–12
Grandma's Purse
Vanessa Brantley-Newton
For the child who loves exploring a loved one's treasures and uncovering the stories that make their family special.
Ages 3–7
Whoosh!
Chris Barton
For the child who loves taking things apart to see how they work. This inspiring true story shows how a mistake can lead
Ages 7–10
Liberian Folktales
The Talking Vegetables
Won-Ldy Paye, Margaret H. Lippert
For the child who avoids chores or struggles to see why everyone needs to pitch in. This playful West African tale shows
Ages 4–8
Antiracist Kid, The: A Book About Identity, Justice, and Activism
Tiffany Jewell
For the child noticing unfairness in the world, this vibrant guide provides clear language to understand identity, chall
Ages 6–10
The Making of America #2
Abraham Lincoln
Teri Kanefield
For the student who wants to understand the man behind the monument, this biography explores Lincoln's growth, his strug
Ages 10–14
Cashay
Margaret McMullan
For the teenager navigating the heavy weight of loss and the pressure of survival in an under-resourced community while
Ages 12–17
Mama Mable's All-Gal Big Band Jazz Extravaganza!
Annie Sieg
For the child discovering how people step up in times of change, this vibrant history celebrates the women who found the
Ages 4–8
A Sky Full of Song #1
Skating with the Statue of Liberty
Susan Lynn Meyer
For the child grappling with the realization that even 'the land of the free' has deep histories of unfairness and syste
Ages 9–13
The Legend of Gravity: A Tall Basketball Tale
Charly Palmer
For the child who loves the energy of the playground and the thrill of the game, this tall tale celebrates the power of
Ages 4–8
King of the Mound
Wes Tooke
For the child facing a long recovery or physical setback who needs to see that a change in plans doesn't mean the end of
Ages 8–12
When I Crossed No-Bob
Margaret McMullan
For the child grappling with the weight of family history or seeking the courage to choose their own moral path despite
Ages 10–14
Sometimey Friend
Pansie Hart Flood
For the child adjusting to a major move or a new family dynamic, this story explores finding your footing and learning w
Ages 8–12
The Black Rose Called Chante'
Chante' Cataleya Ndlovu
For the child navigating a big move or wondering how to stay true to themselves in a new place. A gentle guide to findin
Ages 5–10
Little Golden Book Biographies
Harry Belafonte
Lavaille Lavette
For the child discovering that music can change the world: an inspiring look at how one man used his voice to sing songs
Ages 2–5
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