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African American Heritage Books for Ages 0–3 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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African American Heritage Books for Ages 0–3

From the rhythmic cadence of a caregiver's voice to the bright faces reflecting their own, your little one is just beginning to map out where they belong in the world. This collection of 101 board books and lap reads helps you surround your baby with the beauty of African American heritage during these foundational years of wonder and discovery. These stories turn daily bonding time into a joyful celebration of identity and love that stays with them long after the book is closed.

101 books

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bell hooks' Children's Books #1

Happy to Be Nappy

Radiate confidence and pride in this rhythmic, joyful celebration of the beauty and spirit found in nappy hair.

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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

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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

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Susan Goldman Rubin

For the curious toddler captivated by the sights and sounds of the street, this rhythmic board book turns a city walk in

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You're All I Need to Get By

Charles R. Smith Jr.

For the parent looking to shower their little one with affection through the power of soulful music and beautiful real-l

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For children starting to notice physical differences, this poetic book explores how our skin is just a covering for the

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A-tisket, A-tasket

Ella Fitzgerald, Van Alexander

A dropped green and yellow basket leads to a rhythmic journey through the vibrant streets and musical sounds of 1930s Ha

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Motown Baby Love #1

Charles R. Smith Jr.

Celebrate the tender connection between a father and his little girl through the soul-stirring lyrics of a Motown classi

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Hoops with Swoopes

Dynamic photography and basketball legend Sheryl Swoopes capture the energy and excitement of the game in motion.

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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

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Antiracist Baby

For parents seeking to introduce concepts of racial equity and justice early on, this rhythmic guide offers nine foundat

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Matthew A. Cherry

Zuri knows her beautiful hair has a mind of its own, but when Daddy steps in to style it for a big day, they both celebr

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Acoustic Rooster Sings the Alphabet

Kwame Alexander

For parents who want to foster a love for music and history from day one. Introduce your toddler to the ABCs through the

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bell hooks' Children's Books #2

Sweet nicknames and gentle arms surround a young girl in this lyrical celebration of the steady, unconditional warmth fo

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Irene Smalls's Family Stories

Gentle tea parties and spirited games of hide-and-seek fill a grandmother and granddaughter's day with warmth and affect

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Bright Brown Baby #5

Hey, Baby Girl!

Andrea Davis Pinkney

A rhythmic and loving board book for parents looking to surround their daughters with positive affirmations and a strong

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Follow Your Dreams, Little One

Vashti Harrison

For parents who want to inspire their little ones with real-life heroes. This gentle introduction to Black history shows

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Harriet Tubman: A Little Golden Book Biography

JaNay Brown-Wood

Araminta Ross escaped slavery to become Harriet Tubman, the brave conductor who led dozens of people to freedom on the U

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The Notorious A.B.C.

Benjamin Darling

For hip-hop loving parents who want to share their musical roots while helping their little one master the basics of the

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LeBron James: A Little Golden Book Biography

For the little sports fan who needs to see how hard work and kindness can lead to big dreams both on and off the basketb

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The Story of Daniel and the Sleepy Lions

For the child who needs a reminder that they are never truly alone when facing big, scary challenges.

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Peter Rabbit and Other Stories

A clever trickster uses his sharp wits to outsmart authority figures and navigate the world in these classic African-Ame

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Black: The Many Wonders of My World

Nancy Johnson James

Celebrate the beauty and strength of the color black through poetic reflections on nature, identity, and the wonder foun

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Little Black Lives Matter

Empower your little one with a celebration of Black excellence and history through this rhythmic board book of heroes an

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