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African American Heritage Picture Books – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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African American Heritage Picture Books

Explore picture books books about african american heritage for children.

32 books

Cover of Kamala and Maya's Big Idea

Kamala and Maya's Big Idea

Two sisters turn a dull apartment courtyard into a place of play by organizing their neighbors and speaking up for the c

Cover of My First Amharic Colors, Shapes & Numbers Picture Book with English Translations

My First Amharic Colors, Shapes & Numbers Picture Book with English Translations

For the family wanting to share their Ethiopian heritage, this bilingual primer introduces essential early concepts in b

Cover of My First Shona Actions & Verbs

My First Shona Picture Books #1

My First Shona Actions & Verbs

For families looking to bridge cultural gaps and introduce toddlers to Shona through everyday play, movement, and vibran

Cover of Abraham Lincoln Puts on His Hat

Abraham Lincoln Puts on His Hat

For the child who loves quirky facts, this story shows how even great leaders have unique habits that help them stay org

Cover of Gingersnaps: Daily Affirmations for African American Children and Families

Gingersnaps: Daily Affirmations for African American Children and Families

Anita Alexander

For families seeking to build confidence and cultural pride, these 365 daily affirmations connect positive character tra

Cover of Who Are Your People?

Who Are Your People?

The powerful legacy of ancestors and the strength of community take center stage in this lyrical celebration of what mak

Cover of In the Time of the Drums

In the Time of the Drums

Kim L. Siegelson

A young boy named Mentu watches from the shore as his grandmother, Twi, leads a powerful uprising of Ibo people arriving

Cover of Black is Beautiful

Amazing Affirmations

Black is Beautiful

For children building their sense of self, this vibrant rhyming book celebrates Black identity and encourages kids to lo

More Formats for African American Heritage

Chapter Books(792)Young Adult(99)Poetry(52)Middle Grade(36)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)