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African American Heritage Chapter Books
Explore chapter books books about african american heritage for children.
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Ella Fitzgerald
Leslie Palmer
For the child discovering their own unique voice, this biography explores the life of the First Lady of Song and her jou
Ages 8–12
Aunt Nancy #2
Aunt Nancy and Old Man Trouble
Phyllis Root
Old Man Trouble is trying his best to ruin Aunt Nancy’s day, but she is far too clever to let his pesky tricks get the b
Ages 4–8
Stealing Home: The Story of Jackie Robinson
Barry Denenberg
For the child who needs to see how quiet strength and steady grit can change the world. A biography about standing tall
Ages 8–12
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Greats of Music
Hip-Hop Greats
Stacy B. Davids
Trace the evolution of rhythm and rhyme through the legendary artists who defined hip-hop culture from its early days to
Ages 8–12
At Her Majesty's Request: An African Princess in Victorian England
Walter Dean Myers
An African princess saved from execution begins a new life in the royal court of Queen Victoria in this fascinating true
Ages 10–14
Mamie on the Mound A Woman in Baseball's Negro Leagues
Leah Henderson
For the child who needs to see that no dream is too big, even when the world says no. A powerful look at overcoming barr
Ages 6–10
Kamala Raised Her Hand
Raakhee Mirchandani
For the child who needs to know that their voice matters, this inspiring look at Kamala Harris shows how raising your ha
Ages 4–8
Marvelous Cornelius: Hurricane Katrina and the Spirit of New Orleans
Phil Bildner
Cornelius was a dancing sanitation worker who brought joy to New Orleans and became a local hero by leading the cleanup
Ages 5–8
Champions on the Bench: The Cannon Street YMCA All Stars
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child who has felt the sting of exclusion or unfair rules, this true story of a 1955 baseball team shows how to
Ages 7–11
Warrior on the Mound
Sandra W. Headen
A practice session on a whites-only field ignites a town, forcing twelve-year-old Cato to settle a community conflict on
Ages 8–12
Anansi the Spider: A Tale from the Ashanti
Gerald McDermott
Anansi the Spider must decide which of his six talented sons to reward for saving his life, leading to the creation of t
Ages 4–8
The Harlem Nutcracker
Susan Kuklin
The classic holiday ballet gets a vibrant Harlem setting, centering on an African American grandmother and her family in
Ages 6–10
Back Home: Story Time with My Father
Arlène Elizabeth Casimir
For the child who wants to feel connected to a place they have never visited, this lyrical story celebrates the bridge b
Ages 4–8
The Twins, the Pirates, and the Battle of New Orleans
Harriette Gillem Robinet
Twelve-year-old twins must find a way to escape through a chaotic landscape of pirates and warring armies during the 181
Ages 8–12
Black Angels
Linda Beatrice Brown
Three children from vastly different worlds find themselves lost in the woods during the Civil War, forming a bond stron
Ages 9–13
STEM Trailblazer Bios
Dorothy Vaughan: NASA's Leading Human Computer
Deirdre R. J. Head
Dorothy Vaughan’s brilliant mind led her to become the first Black woman to head a NASA team, helping the United States
Ages 8–11
The Color of Fire
Ann Rinaldi
Amidst fire and hysteria in 1741 New York, Phoebe must choose between her own safety and saving her friend from a commun
Ages 10–14
Neighborhood Novels #1
Crossing Jordan
Adrian Fogelin
Twelve-year-old Cass and her new neighbor Jemmie defy their families' prejudices by bonding over a love of competitive r
Ages 9–13
Rica Baptista #2
A Week of Shenanigans
Janet Costa Bates
For the child who loves getting into gentle trouble with a favorite relative and celebrating the unique joy of a visit f
Ages 6–9
Civil War! America Becomes One Nation
James I. Robertson Jr.
The roots of conflict, the heat of battle, and the influential leaders who shaped the American Civil War come to life in
Ages 10–14
Big Words #2
Abe's Honest Words
Doreen Rappaport
Abraham Lincoln rises from the backwoods of the Midwest to the presidency, driven by a love of learning and a deep convi
Ages 6–10
Learning by Heart
Ronder Thomas Young
Ten-year-old Rachel observes the shifting social landscape of her small Southern town as she begins to confront racial p
Ages 8–12
The Cay #1
The Cay
Theodore Taylor
Stranded on a barren island after a shipwreck, a blinded boy must rely on a fellow survivor to navigate a dangerous new
Ages 9–14
Upside Down in the Middle of Nowhere
Julie T. Lamana
For the child grappling with the reality that life can change in an instant, this moving story explores finding bravery
Ages 8–12
More Formats for African American Heritage
Young Adult
(99)
Poetry
(52)
Middle Grade
(36)
Picture Books
(32)
Graphic Novels
(31)
Early Readers
(7)
African American Heritage by Age Group
African American Heritage Books for Ages 0–3
(96)
African American Heritage Books for Ages 12–18
(1233)
African American Heritage Books for Ages 4–7
(1019)
African American Heritage Books for Ages 8–11
(1810)
