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Explore poetry books about history for children.
129 books
The Death of the Hat: A Brief History of Poetry in 50 Objects
Paul B. Janeczko
For the curious student who wonders how people saw the world in the past. Explore history through the poems and objects
Ages 8–12
Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer, Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement
Carole Boston Weatherford
For the child learning how one person's voice can change the world, this biography celebrates the courage to stand up ag
Ages 9–12
In Translation: What It Really Means #2
The Star-Spangled Banner
Elizabeth Raum
The dramatic story behind the lyrics of America's national anthem comes to life alongside a version written in easy-to-u
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Ages 6–9
Remember the Bridge: Poems of a People
Carole Boston Weatherford
Archival images and twenty-nine original poems map 400 years of the African American journey, honoring the heroes who bu
Ages 10–18
Girls Who Changed Science and Art #3
Green Promises: Girls Who Loved the Earth
Jeannine Atkins
For the young activist who wants to change the world, these lyrical portraits of pioneering women show how one person's
Ages 10–14
When Thunder Comes: Poems for Civil Rights Leaders
J. Patrick Lewis
For the child curious about why the world looks the way it does: these poems celebrate the brave people who stood up for
Ages 8–12
Diane Goode's American Christmas
Diane Goode
For families looking to connect with holiday history through a cozy collection of classic American stories, songs, and p
Ages 5–10
Margarita Engle's Memoirs #1
Enchanted Air
Margarita Engle
For the child navigating a multicultural identity or feeling caught between two worlds. This moving memoir explores find
Ages 10–14
A Song for Juneteenth
Zetta Elliott
A lyrical celebration of Juneteenth and Black history for families seeking to honor their heritage through the power of
Ages 4–10
Say Her Name
Zetta Elliott
For the child processing news of systemic injustice or seeking to honor the lives of Black women through a lens of both
Ages 10–18
A-tisket, A-tasket
Ella Fitzgerald, Van Alexander
A dropped green and yellow basket leads to a rhythmic journey through the vibrant streets and musical sounds of 1930s Ha
Ages 3–7
Double Dutch: A Celebration of Jump Rope, Rhyme, and Sisterhood
Veronica Chambers
For the child who loves the rhythm of the playground, this vibrant guide celebrates the history, culture, and community
Ages 8–12
Curious Cats: In Art and Poetry
William Lach
Classic feline verses meet elegant masterpieces from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in this celebration of all things ca
Ages 4–10
Ernest Nister's Antique Moving Picture Books
We Visit the Seashore
Ernest Nister
Pull the moveable slats to reveal hidden coastal scenes and watch a group of children play among the waves in these rhyt
Ages 3–7
In My Mother's House
Ann Nolan Clark
A young Tewa boy shares the rhythmic beauty of his people’s communal spirit, from the work they do together to the homes
Ages 5–9
Out of Wonder: Poems Celebrating Poets
Kwame Alexander, Chris Colderley, Marjory Wentworth
Twenty legendary poets receive a lyrical thank you through original poems that celebrate the rhythm, wonder, and joy fou
Ages 8–12
Tour America A Journey Through Poems and Art
Diane Siebert
For families dreaming of road trips or learning about different states, this book offers a poetic and artistic tour of A
Ages 6–12
Little Rhyme Books #4
Baby's Little Rhyme Book
Henriëtte Willebeek le Mair
For the parent seeking a quiet, timeless way to bond with their baby through the rhythmic beauty of classic nursery rhym
Ages 0–3
Bone Poems
Jeffrey Moss
Rhythmic verses bring the ancient world to life, featuring everything from massive dinosaurs to the mammals of the Ice A
Ages 6–10
The Sun Shines Everywhere
Mary Ann Hoberman
For children starting to notice differences in the world around them, this rhyming journey shows how the same sun warms
Ages 3–6
Thirteen Moons on Turtle's Back: A Native American Year of Moons
Joseph Bruchac, Jonathan London
For the child curious about the rhythms of nature and the stories behind the changing seasons, as told through the indig
Ages 4–10
In the Wilds #5
In the Past
David Elliott
Explore Earth's ancient past through delightful poems, chronologically introducing fascinating creatures like dunkleoste
Ages 4–11
The Gingham Dog and the Calico Cat
Eugene Field
A quiet antique shop turns into a midnight battleground when a stuffed dog and cat start a fight that spirals out of con
Ages 4–8
The Tree that Time Built: A Celebration of Nature, Science, and Imagination
Mary Ann Hoberman, Linda Winston
For the child who asks how life began or wonders what dinosaurs really felt like, this stunning poetry collection blends
Ages 8–12
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Graphic Novels
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Middle Grade
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Picture Books
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Early Readers
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Board Books
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History Books for Ages 0–3
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History Books for Ages 4–7
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