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19,934 books found
Money Boy
Paul Yee
For the teen facing a sudden rift with family over who they are. This raw story explores survival and identity when home
Ages 14–18
a + e 4ever
I. Merey
For the teen who feels like an outsider and is searching for a space to be their authentic self. A raw exploration of id
Ages 14–18
I Am a Backhoe
Anna Grossnickle Hines
For the active child who loves to move, dig, and climb. This playful story celebrates physical play as a young boy mimic
Ages 2–5
Tippy-Toe Chick, Go!
George Shannon
For the small child who feels overlooked or intimidated by bigger obstacles, this story proves that cleverness and coura
Ages 2–5
Calabash Cat and His Amazing Journey
James Rumford
For the child who asks big questions about the horizon. This visually striking tale uses West African inspired art to ex
Ages 4–8
Mama Cat Has Three Kittens
Denise Fleming
For the child who thrives on their own schedule or the parent seeking a rhythmic, soothing read that celebrates both imi
Ages 2–5
How Moon Fuentez Fell in Love with the Universe
Raquel Vasquez Gilliland
For the teen navigating the shadow of a 'perfect' sibling while learning to embrace her own body, creativity, and spirit
Ages 14–18
Cuba 15
Nancy Osa
For the teenager navigating the pull between family traditions and their own modern identity while finding their voice a
Ages 12–17
The Incredibly Human Henson Blayze
Derrick Barnes
For the young athlete who feels the weight of everyone's expectations while privately navigating the discomfort and self
Ages 8–12
Everywhere Beauty Is Harlem
Gary Golio
For the child who loves taking pictures or feels inspired by their neighborhood, this book celebrates finding dignity an
Ages 4–8
Swim Team
Johnnie Christmas
For the child who feels like an outsider or is terrified of trying a new activity. This story helps kids face big fears
Ages 8–12
Magnificent Homespun Brown
Samara Cole Doyon
For the child who needs to see the beauty in their own reflection, this lyrical poem uses nature and sweet treats to cel
Ages 4–8
Lifting as We Climb: Black Women's Battle for the Ballot Box
Evette Dionne
For the young reader questioning why certain voices are missing from history class, this book restores the legacy of Bla
Ages 10–14
Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race
Margot Lee Shetterly
For the child who loves looking at the stars and needs to know that no barrier is too high for a curious mind. A story o
Ages 4–8
How It Went Down #1
How It Went Down
Kekla Magoon
For the teenager navigating a world of conflicting truths, this novel explores the impact of a community tragedy through
Ages 14–18
Words with Wings
Nikki Grimes
For the child who gets lost in their own thoughts or finds comfort in imagination during difficult family transitions li
Ages 8–12
Before John Was a Jazz Giant
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child who finds magic in the hum of a refrigerator or the rhythm of rain: a poetic look at how a young John Colt
Ages 4–8
Becoming Billie Holiday
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the teen processing the weight of systemic unfairness or seeking the strength to turn personal pain into powerful ar
Ages 12–18
Fortune's Bones: The Manumission Requiem
Marilyn Nelson
For the teen processing the weight of history and systemic injustice: a poetic requiem that restores humanity to a man w
Ages 12–18
Thunder Rose
Jerdine Nolen
For the child who needs to see that their inner strength can calm even the biggest storms, Rose's legendary courage insp
Ages 4–8
Visiting Langston
Willie Perdomo
For the child discovering the magic of words and history. This poetic journey through Harlem celebrates the legacy of La
Ages 4–8
Talkin' About Bessie: The Story of Aviator Elizabeth Coleman
Nikki Grimes
For the child who needs to see that no dream is too high to reach. This tribute to aviator Bessie Coleman shows how grit
Ages 7–10
Virgie Goes to School with Us Boys
Elizabeth Fitzgerald Howard
For the child eager to prove they are big enough to keep up, this story celebrates the determination to learn and the bo
Ages 5–9
Across So Many Seas
Ruth Behar
For the child exploring their family roots or feeling the weight of a move, this multi-generational journey follows four
Ages 10–14
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