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Books for Experiencing Racism
9 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Format
Chapter Books
Middle Grade
Graphic Novels
Clear
Carrimebac, the Town That Walked
David Barclay Moore
For the child exploring how communities stay strong against unfairness, this folk-inspired tale celebrates the magic of
Ages 6–10
Matt Christopher Sports
The Basket Counts
Matt Christopher
For the child navigating unfair treatment from peers, this story explores how to handle prejudice on the court while sta
Ages 8–12
Li on Angel Island
Veeda Bybee
For the child grappling with feelings of unfairness or the pain of being separated from family, Li's journey offers a wi
Ages 8–12
Romiette and Julio
Sharon M. Draper
For the teen navigating the intensity of a first romance while facing social pressures and safety concerns in their comm
Ages 12–18
It All Comes Down to this
Karen English
For the child noticing tension in their parents' relationship or questioning unfairness in the world, this story offers
Ages 10–14
Sweep #13
The Red Rose Box
Brenda Woods
For the child grappling with the unfairness of the world, this story of a girl's journey from the Jim Crow South to Cali
Ages 8–12
Weedflower
Cynthia Kadohata
For the child grappling with the unfairness of the world, this story of a girl in a WWII internment camp offers a path t
Ages 10–14
Maniac Magee
Jerry Spinelli
For the child grappling with the complexities of race, homelessness, or finding where they belong, this legendary tale e
Ages 8–12
Supernatural Investigations #2
Amari and the Great Game
B. B. Alston
For the child navigating unfair expectations or feeling they have to prove their worth in a world that doubts them.
Ages 8–12
