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Books by Ashley Bryan | Wonderlit

Books by Ashley Bryan

16 books · Ages 4–14

Ashley Bryan writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–14, exploring themes of celebrating heritage, african american heritage, art & creativity.

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

Cover of Lion and the Ostrich Chicks: And Other African Folk Poems

Lion and the Ostrich Chicks: And Other African Folk Poems

Four traditional tales from the Masai, Angolan, Hausa, and Bushmen people bring the folk traditions of Africa to life.

Cover of Freedom Over Me

Freedom Over Me

For children learning about the history of slavery, this book restores humanity and dreams to individuals once viewed on

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The Adventures of Aku

The Dancing Granny

The Story of Lightning and Thunder

The Adventures of Aku

The Dancing Granny

Common Themes

Celebrating Heritage African American Heritage Art & Creativity Music Joy & Gratitude Fairy Tales & Mythology Writing & Storytelling History

Ashley Bryan's Puppets

Ashley Bryan

For the child who finds magic in making things from nothing, this book celebrates the beauty of hand-crafted art and the

Ages 5–12

Cover of I'm Going to Sing: Black American Spirituals

I'm Going to Sing: Black American Spirituals

Explore the profound history and soulful melodies of Black American spirituals through vibrant art and music, perfect fo

Cover of Infinite Hope: A Black Artist's Journey from World War II to Peace

Infinite Hope: A Black Artist's Journey from World War II to Peace

Ashley Bryan shares personal letters and memories from his time as a segregated soldier during World War II and the D-Da

Lion and the Ostrich Chicks: And Other African Folk Poems

Lion and the Ostrich Chicks: And Other African Folk Poems

Freedom Over Me

Ashley Bryan's Puppets

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Jazz Age Josephine

Jazz Age Josephine

The Snow Dance

Stalebread Charlie and the Razzy Dazzy Spasm Band

Stalebread Charlie and the Razzy Dazzy Spasm Band

Zendaya

Hoop Queens

Charles R. Smith, Jr.