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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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3–5
6–8
9–12
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Snapshots in History
Freedom Rides: Campaign for Equality
Dale Anderson
For the student curious about how ordinary people changed the world. This look at the 1961 Freedom Rides highlights the
Ages 8–13
The Voice in the Forest A Tale from Ghana
Efua T. Sutherland
Mischievous forest creatures are causing chaos in the village, and only Afrum the Fool has the wisdom and courage to sto
Ages 7–10
We Deserve Monuments
Jas Hammonds
For the teenager navigating the weight of family secrets, this moving story explores how uncovering the past can help he
Ages 14–18
Dear Martin #1
Dear Martin
Nic Stone
After a violent encounter with police, honor student Justyce McAllister writes journals to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to
Ages 14–18
Usborne Young Reading
The Story of Slavery
Sarah Courtauld
For the child asking complex questions about fairness and history, this book offers a clear, honest look at the global h
Ages 7–11
We Wait for the Sun
Dovey Johnson Roundtree, Katie McCabe
For the child who thrives on special rituals with a grandparent. This quiet story captures the magic of a pre-dawn walk
Ages 4–8
Changing the Equation: 50+ US Black Women in STEM
Tonya Bolden
For the young dreamer who loves science and needs to see that their goals are achievable. This collection celebrates Bla
Ages 10–14
The Gift of Freedom How Harriet Tubman Rescued Her Brothers
Glennette Tilley Turner
For the child learning how one person's bravery can change a family's future. This moving history shows how Harriet Tubm
Ages 6–10
Cousins #2
Second Cousins
Virginia Hamilton
Already worried about her grandmother, Cammy’s world is shaken by an unexpected tragedy that forces her to face the comp
Ages 9–12
The Lucky Ones
Linda Williams Jackson
For the child grappling with the reality of unfairness, this moving story explores how hope and education can light the
Ages 8–12
Hip-Hop Biographies
Chance the Rapper: Independent Master of Hip-Hop Flow
Jamie Hudalla
For the young music lover who dreams of doing things their own way. Discover how Chance the Rapper used his voice to cha
Ages 8–13
Satchel Paige: Striking Out Jim Crow
James Sturm
Even with Jim Crow laws standing in his way, Satchel Paige rises to become a world-class athlete in this fictionalized a
Ages 9–14
Story Painter The Life of Jacob Lawrence
John Duggleby
For the child who loves to draw and wants to see how a boy from Harlem turned his everyday observations into world-famou
Ages 9–12
The Boys' War: Confederate and Union Soldiers Talk about the Civil War
Jim Murphy
For the student curious about the real faces of history, this account uses the diaries and letters of boys as young as t
Ages 10–15
Come August, Come Freedom: The Bellows, the Gallows, and the Black General Gabriel
Gigi Amateau
For the teen processing the weight of history and the moral necessity of standing up against systemic injustice, even wh
Ages 12–18
Scholastic Biography
Rosa Parks: From the Back of the Bus to the Front of a Movement
Camilla Wilson
For the child curious about standing up for what is right. Discover the courage of Rosa Parks and how one quiet act of d
Ages 8–12
DK Readers
Kamala Harris
DK Publishing
For the child curious about the people who lead our country. This early reader introduces Kamala Harris's journey from a
Ages 5–8
Sugar
Jewell Parker Rhodes
For the child curious about how people from different worlds find common ground. This moving story explores the power of
Ages 8–12
A Fly on the Wall History
The Tuskegee Airmen's Mission to Berlin
Thomas Kingsley Troupe
For the child curious about real-life heroes who fought for justice while facing obstacles at home, this graphic novel b
Ages 8–12
Little Bill
Thank You, Dr. King!
Robin Reid
For the child learning about Black history and the meaning of freedom. Emma's museum trip turns into a powerful journey
Ages 6–9
My Hair Is Like... #2
My Hair Is Like Yours
St. Clair Detrick-Jules
For the little one starting to notice similarities with family, this book celebrates the beauty of Black hair and the jo
Ages 0–3
Usborne Reading
Brer Rabbit Down the Well
Louie Stowell
For the child learning to navigate tricky situations and peer pressure. This lighthearted tale shows how quick thinking
Ages 5–7
When Thunder Comes: Poems for Civil Rights Leaders
J. Patrick Lewis
For the child curious about why the world looks the way it does: these poems celebrate the brave people who stood up for
Ages 8–12
Letters from a Slave Boy: The Story of Joseph Jacobs
Mary E. Lyons
Through secret letters, nine-year-old Joseph Jacobs records his life in 1839 North Carolina as he searches for the truth
Ages 9–13
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