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Explore poetry books about history for children.
129 books
Goddesses of the Underworld #1
Hekate: The Witch
Nikita Gill
Raised by Hades in the Underworld, an orphaned girl discovers ancient powers that could finally end the immortal war bet
Ages 14–18
Presidential Misadventures: Poems That Poke Fun at the Man in Charge
Bob Raczka
Witty four-line clerihew poems provide a playful look at American presidents, highlighting their quirks and historical m
Ages 7–11
Jazz Day: The Making of a Famous Photograph
Roxane Orgill
A photographer with no camera and a wild idea tries to gather dozens of jazz legends for a historic morning on a Harlem
Ages 8–12
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Ernest Nister's Antique Moving Picture Books
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Roots and Blues: A Celebration
Arnold Adoff
Lyrical rhythms trace the story of the blues, from sounds of the earth and songs of freedom to the vibrant music of toda
Ages 9–14
Celebrating America
Laura Whipple
Voices from many backgrounds, including folk poets and tribal leaders, come together to tell the vibrant story of Americ
Ages 7–12
Christmas Surprises
Ernest Nister
Mechanical moving pictures and festive Victorian poems reveal the classic charms and hidden surprises of an old-fashione
Ages 4–10
A Burst of Firsts: Doers, Shakers, and Record Breakers
J. Patrick Lewis
This poetic collection honors remarkable individuals who achieved significant "firsts," from the first American woman in
Ages 4–11
Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks
Suzanne Slade
The life of Gwendolyn Brooks unfolds in this biography of the influential African American poet.
Ages 6–10
Only Opal: The Diary of a Young Girl
Jane Boulton
Young Opal shares her deep wonder for the natural world through her diary entries while living in a turn-of-the-century
Ages 5–9
Casey at the Bat
Ernest Lawrence Thayer
The hopes of the town rest on one star player in this classic poem about the tension, excitement, and heartbreak of a fi
Ages 5–10
Skila Brown's Themed Poetry #2
Clackety Track: Poems about Trains
Skila Brown
Rhythmic verses and retro art capture the clatter and excitement of every locomotive, from high-speed bullet trains to c
Ages 4–8
Have You Heard About Lady Bird? Poems About Our First Ladies
Marilyn Singer
Lyrical poems offer a glimpse into the private and public lives of America’s First Ladies, from Martha Washington to Ele
Ages 7–12
Behind the Museum Door: Poems to Celebrate the Wonders of Museums
Lee Bennett Hopkins
Dinosaur skeletons, Egyptian mummies, and famous paintings come alive through a collection of poems that celebrate the h
Ages 6–10
Ernest Nister's Antique Moving Picture Books
Good Friends
Ernest Nister
Movable pictures and charming poems bring scenes of childhood play to life through interactive tabs and vintage illustra
Ages 3–8
Quiet Storm
Lydia Omolola Okutoro
Young authors of African ancestry share their perspectives on family, pride, and spirituality in this collection of orig
Ages 12–18
Ernest Nister's Antique Moving Picture Books
We Visit the Farm
Ernest Nister
Bunnies, chicks, and horses leap from the pages in this collection of farm poems featuring charming pop-up illustrations
Ages 3–7
Tales for Tiny Tots #2
A Valentine for You
Wendy Watson
For families wanting to share the cozy spirit of Valentine's Day through classic rhymes and folk art as a bunny family p
Ages 3–7
Jordan
Charles R. Smith Jr.
For the young athlete who dreams of greatness: this rhythmic, photographic tribute captures the legendary MJ's grit and
Ages 8–12
A Song About Myself
John Keats
John Keats dances through playful rhymes and silly caricatures in this lighthearted poem originally written to cheer up
Ages 4–8
A Primer about the Flag
Marvin Bell
Discover the many meanings behind different flags, from the ones waving in parades to the lonely banners planted on the
Ages 5–9
Mother Goose
Great Grandmother Goose
Helen Cooper
Step back into the Middle Ages with eighty ancient rhymes that children used to sing hundreds of years ago.
Ages 6–12
The Gift Outright: America to Her Poets
Helen Plotz
For students and teens looking to connect with the heart of the American story through the diverse, powerful voices of p
Ages 12–18
Ernest Nister's Antique Moving Picture Books
Surprising Pictures for Little Folk
Ernest Nister
Pull a ribbon and watch circular scenes shift into something new in this collection of poems featuring Victorian-style m
Ages 3–8
A Christmas Feast
Edna Barth
Ancient carols, winter sayings, and classic poems come together in this gathering of holiday spirit that spans hundreds
Ages 8–12
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Young Adult
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Graphic Novels
(320)
Middle Grade
(317)
Picture Books
(199)
Early Readers
(88)
Board Books
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History by Age Group
History Books for Ages 0–3
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History Books for Ages 4–7
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