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Books by Patricia C. McKissack | Wonderlit

Books by Patricia C. McKissack

24 books · Ages 4–15

Known for the The Clone Codes and Scraps of Time series, Patricia C. McKissack writes picture books and middle grade and young adult for ages 4–15, alongside 20 standalone books, exploring themes of history, african american heritage, celebrating heritage.

Series

The Clone Codes

Cyborg

The Clone Codes

2 books · Ages 9–14

A Song for Harlem

1 book · Ages 8–12

Nzingha: Warrior Queen of Matamba

The Royal Diaries

1 book · Ages 9–14

Standalone Books (Ages 12–18)

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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

Cover of Black Hands, White Sails

Black Hands, White Sails

Patricia C. McKissack, Fredrick L. McKissack

Explore the hidden history of Black mariners who found freedom, leadership, and equality on the high seas when they were

Cover of Slave Girl

Pat McKissack, Patricia C. McKissack

In 1859, Clotee, a twelve-year-old house slave, secretly records her experiences in a diary. She must conceal her litera

Cover of Best Shot in the West: The Adventures of Nat Love

Best Shot in the West: The Adventures of Nat Love

Patricia C. McKissack, Frederick L. McKissack Jr.

For the child who loves adventure and needs to see that history is filled with diverse heroes who carved their own paths

Cover of Best Shot in the West: The Adventures of Nat Love

Best Shot in the West: The Adventures of Nat Love

Patricia C. McKissack, Fredrick L. McKissack Jr.

For the child who loves tales of grit and adventure, this graphic novel explores how one man defined his own freedom on

Cover of Rebels Against Slavery: American Slave Revolts

Rebels Against Slavery: American Slave Revolts

Patricia C. McKissack, Fredrick L. McKissack

For the student exploring the true depth of American history, this book moves beyond passive narratives to reveal the br

Cover of Porch Lies

Patricia C. McKissack

For the child who loves a tall tale and a good laugh. Discover the magic of front-porch storytelling through these cleve

Cover of Days Of Jubilee: The End of Slavery in the United States

Days Of Jubilee: The End of Slavery in the United States

Patricia C. McKissack, Frederick L. McKissack

For the student curious about the real story of Juneteenth and the long road to freedom. This history uses primary sourc

Cover of Sojourner Truth: Ain't I a Woman?

Sojourner Truth: Ain't I a Woman?

Patricia C. McKissack

Follow the life of a legendary orator and activist who rose from slavery to become a powerful voice for women's rights a

Cover of Run Away Home

Patricia C. McKissack

Sarah Jane's life in the late 19th century changes forever when she discovers an Apache boy hiding in her family's barn.

By Age Range

Flossie & the Fox

Ma Dear's Aprons

The Honest-to-Goodness Truth

Flossie & the Fox

Christmas In The Big House, Christmas In The Quarters

Ma Dear's Aprons

Christmas In The Big House, Christmas In The Quarters

Black Hands, White Sails

Slave Girl

Common Themes

History African American Heritage Celebrating Heritage Fear & Bravery Freedom & Independence Resilience & Perseverance Justice & Fairness Self-Confidence & Identity

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