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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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Color Me Country: A Celebration of Black Women Who Shaped Country Music
Newport Festivals Foundation
For the young dreamer who loves music and needs to see that their voice belongs everywhere, even in spaces where others
Ages 7–10
The Calabash
Odion Imadebho Ebhodaghe
For the child curious about their heritage or how traditions connect us to the past. Explore the cultural richness of We
Ages 5–10
Master of Deceit: J. Edgar Hoover and America in the Age of Lies
Marc Aronson
For the teen starting to question how much the government should know, this unsparing look at J. Edgar Hoover explores t
Ages 12–18
Above the Rim How Elgin Baylor Changed Basketball
Jen Bryant
For the child who loves sports but needs to understand how heroes are made off the court through courage and quiet stren
Ages 4–12
Build a House
Rhiannon Giddens
For the child learning about the strength and beauty of heritage. This moving story celebrates how music and community p
Ages 7–10
Bo Rabbit Smart for True Tall Tales from the Gullah
Priscilla Joaquith
For the child who loves outsmarting the 'big kids,' these classic trickster tales celebrate how wit and cleverness can o
Ages 8–12
Brown Sugar Babies
Charles R. Smith Jr.
For the parent looking to surround their little one with affirmations of beauty, this rhythmic celebration mirrors the w
Ages 0–3
Christmas In The Big House, Christmas In The Quarters
Patricia C. McKissack, Fredrick L. McKissack
Step back to 1859 to see two very different holiday worlds. This history explores the music, food, and traditions held i
Ages 8–12
Trembling Earth
Kim L. Siegelson
A runaway slave and a boy seeking a reward must navigate the dangerous Okefenokee Swamp together in this tense 1864 surv
Ages 10–14
Emeka, Eat Egusi!
Candice Iloh
For the child hesitant to try unfamiliar foods, this story celebrates the joy of discovering family traditions and the d
Ages 4–8
Dark Sons
Nikki Grimes
Parallel poems bridge the distance between a modern Brooklyn teen and a biblical son as both struggle with abandonment a
Ages 12–18
Night on Neighborhood Street
Eloise Greenfield
Soft poems capture the evening heartbeat of a neighborhood, moving from the quiet breath of sleepers to the muffled soun
Ages 4–8
Heroes of Baseball: The Men Who Made It America's Favorite Game
Robert Lipsyte
For the young sports fan who wants to know the stories behind the legends, from the triumphs of Babe Ruth to the breakin
Ages 8–12
Maniac Magee
Jerry Spinelli
A legendary runaway with amazing athletic feats attempts to heal the racial rifts of a divided small town through his my
Ages 8–12
Who Was?
Who Are Venus and Serena Williams?
James Buckley Jr.
For the child who needs to see how hard work and family support turn big dreams into reality, even when facing tough obs
Ages 8–12
Fast Talk on a Slow Track
Rita Williams-Garcia
Denzel Watson is a high-achieving student who must learn what it really takes to succeed while selling candy and competi
Ages 12–17
Bird in a Box
Andrea Davis Pinkney
For children navigating the heavy weight of loss or finding their way in a new place without family, this story offers a
Ages 8–12
Sit-In: How Four Friends Stood Up by Sitting Down
Andrea Davis Pinkney
Four friends sit at a Woolworth's lunch counter and order coffee, sparking a peaceful movement for equality that changed
Ages 6–10
Who Was?
Who Was Duke Ellington?
M. D. Payne, Who HQ
For the child who loves music and needs to see how passion, hard work, and creativity can turn a local talent into a wor
Ages 8–12
Double Dutch: A Celebration of Jump Rope, Rhyme, and Sisterhood
Veronica Chambers
For the child who loves the rhythm of the playground, this vibrant guide celebrates the history, culture, and community
Ages 8–12
Harriet Tubman, Secret Agent: How Daring Slaves and Free Blacks Spied for the Union During the Civil War
Thomas B. Allen
For the child who wants to see the real-life heroes behind the history books: this gripping account reveals the secret s
Ages 10–14
Building Blocks of the Civil Rights Movement
School in the Civil Rights Movement
Rachel A. Koestler-Grack
For the child curious about history and justice, this book explains how brave students changed the world just by going t
Ages 8–12
Genesis Begins Again
Alicia D. Williams
For the child grappling with self-worth and identity, this powerful story navigates the complexities of colorism, family
Ages 9–13
Motown Baby Love Board Books #3
How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You)
Charles R. Smith Jr.
A rhythmic, soulful celebration of love for the youngest readers, pairing classic Motown lyrics with heart-melting photo
Ages 0–3
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