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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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Singing with Momma Lou
Linda Jacobs Altman
Nine-year-old Tamika uses the power of music and history to reach through her grandmother's Alzheimer's and spark a prec
Ages 5–9
Alan and His Perfectly Pointy Impossibly Perpendicular Pinky
Alan Page, Kamie Page
Judge Alan Page visits his old school to share the story behind his uniquely crooked finger and the life of a profession
Ages 6–10
Whoosh!
Chris Barton
A cooling mistake in a laboratory leads to the accidental creation of the Super Soaker, the most powerful water blaster
Ages 7–10
Anya Goes to Jamaica
Nikko M. Fungchung
For the child preparing for their first big trip or curious about their roots, this vibrant journey celebrates the joy o
Ages 3–8
The Invincible Summer of Juniper Jones
Daven McQueen
A biracial teenager sent to live with white relatives in 1955 Mississippi confronts the harsh and violent realities of t
Ages 14–18
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
Thee Childrens Book of Creation in black and white
Ras Lij T Makonnen Woldemikheal Gudussa
For the child exploring their spiritual identity through a Pan-African lens, this coloring book brings the biblical crea
Ages 4–9
Faded Red Beads
Monica Hargrave
For the child adjusting to a big move or seeking to understand their place in a complicated world. Discover how family h
Ages 8–12
Children of the Red Earth
Michael Ukwuma
For the child curious about West African heritage and the power of ancestral roots, this vibrant journey explores commun
Ages 6–10
Little Golden Books
Billy Porter
Phil Stamper
For the child who feels different or loves the spotlight, this biography celebrates the power of being your authentic se
Ages 8–12
Superheroes Just Like Our Legends
A E Pattion
For the child who loves Marvel or DC but wants to see themselves and their history in the heroes they admire. Connects m
Ages 6–11
Little Golden Book Biography
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
Malik's Magic African Alphabet Hat
Malik Adunni, Oni Adunni
For the child curious about their roots or the world, this vibrant journey uses the alphabet to turn a geography lesson
Ages 3–7
Racial Justice in America: Asian American Pacific Islander
What Is Asian-Black Solidarity?
Virginia Loh-Hagan
For the middle-grade student curious about social justice: discover the powerful history and ongoing impact of Asian and
Ages 9–13
Sonny's House of Spies
George Ella Lyon
Family secrets and town mysteries come to light for Sonny as he realizes the adults in his 1950s Alabama home have hidde
Ages 12–16
The Power of Style: How Fashion and Beauty Are Being Used to Reclaim Cultures
Christian Allaire
Stunning photography reveals how marginalized communities use hair, makeup, and clothing to honor their heritage and cha
Ages 12–18
The Lion Hunters #2
A Coalition of Lions
Elizabeth E. Wein
For the teenager navigating the weight of family expectations and the sting of displacement while trying to find where t
Ages 12–18
The Wonder of Charlie Anne
Kimberly Newton Fusco
Grief and hardship meet the sharp reality of 1930s racial prejudice as Charlie Anne tries to find her footing in Massach
Ages 8–12
When Pirates Came to Brooklyn
Phyllis Shalant
For the child navigating a world of 'unspoken rules,' this story explores the courage it takes to maintain a cross-racia
Ages 8–12
Indivisible
Gail Bush, Randy Meyer
For the teenager grappling with what it means to be American, this anthology uses powerful voices to explore the interse
Ages 12–18
Lil' Romeo!
Michael-Anne Johns
Go behind the scenes with the star of the Nickelodeon show Romeo! through quotes and a timeline of his rise as a young r
Ages 7–11
Who HQ Illustrated Biographies
Michael Jordan
Ellen Labrecque
For the child who needs to know that even the greatest legends face rejection, this biography shows how hard work and gr
Ages 8–12
Rookie Biographies
Simone Biles
Joanne Mattern
For the child who loves to tumble or dreams of gold medals, this simple biography shows how hard work and big dreams lea
Ages 5–8
Little Golden Book Biography
Serena Williams
Bria Alston
For the child who loves sports and needs to see that even the greatest champions started with hard work and family suppo
Ages 5–8
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