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African American Heritage
African American Heritage
African American Heritage Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,353 books about african american heritage
0–3 yrs
81 books
4–7 yrs
950 books
8–11 yrs
853 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Birmingham, 1963
Carole Boston Weatherford
Free verse and archival photos tell the heartbreaking story of the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church bombing through the e
Ages 8–12
Alvin Ailey
Andrea Davis Pinkney
For the child who expresses themselves through movement or feels inspired by seeing how a young person's passion can cha
Ages 5–10
A History of Me
Adrea Theodore
For the child who feels out of place as the only person of color in their classroom, finding strength in the powerful le
Ages 4–8
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12–18 yrs
359 books
With Books and Bricks: How Booker T. Washington Built a School
Suzanne Slade
For the child who needs to see that big dreams are built one small step at a time. This inspiring true story shows how p
Ages 6–10
Hearts Forged in Dragon Fire
Erica Hollis
For the child exploring how courage and identity are shaped through history. A powerful look at the legacy of a voice th
Ages 8–12
Blues Journey
Walter Dean Myers
For the child exploring how music can express deep feelings like sadness, hope, and resilience, this poetic tribute hono
Ages 8–14
The Shoes Fit for a King
Helen E. Bill
For the child processing trauma or prejudice, this powerful memoir shows how literature and inner strength can help a yo
Ages 14–18
Crowned In Wonder
Boitumelo Molefe
Every coil, braid, and puff is a celebrated link to heritage in this poetic journey that follows young girls embracing t
Ages 3–8
Loretta Little Looks Back: Three Voices Go Tell It
Andrea Davis Pinkney
For the family looking to discuss the long journey for equality, this multi-generational oral history honors the grit an
Ages 8–12
A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation
Barry Wittenstein
For the child curious about how great ideas are born, this book reveals the collaborative and messy process behind Marti
Ages 7–11
Birmingham Sunday
Larry Dane Brimner
Photos and primary sources tell the heavy, true story of the 1963 church bombing and the brave people who fought for civ
Ages 10–14
The Glory Field
Walter Dean Myers
For the reader exploring how the threads of the past shape the present, this multigenerational epic follows one family's
Ages 12–18
The Power Of Black
Tex Stanly
The color black becomes a vibrant lens to view the soul of a culture, honoring everything from rhythmic music and bold f
Ages 4–9
The Reckoning
Wade Hudson
For the child curious about the hidden truths of American history and how families navigate the weight of the past.
Ages 8–12
Hold Them Close
Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow
Joy, ancestry, and power shine in this vibrant love letter that encourages Black children to hold onto their happiness a
Ages 4–9
My Block Looks Like
Janelle Harper
For the child who takes pride in their vibrant neighborhood and the people who make it special.
Ages 3–8
Freedom Braids
Monique Duncan
For the child learning how cultural traditions and family bonds can provide strength and a sense of belonging in difficu
Ages 4–9
Everyday Black #1
Everyday Black: Disability
Alexis Toliver
For children and families looking to see themselves reflected in stories that celebrate the intersection of Black identi
Ages 5–10
Way Up and Over Everything
Alice McGill
For the child learning about the resilience of the human spirit and the power of folk tales to offer hope during times o
Ages 6–10
The Story Of: Biographies for New Readers
The Story of Jackie Robinson
Andrea Thorpe
For the child grappling with unfairness or learning about the heroes who stood up against it. A magical journey into the
Ages 8–12
The Arabus Family Saga #2
Jump Ship to Freedom
James Lincoln Collier, Christopher Collier
For the child grappling with the meaning of freedom and the courage it takes to claim one's own identity against systemi
Ages 10–14
Who HQ Graphic Novels
Who Was the Greatest? Muhammad Ali
Gabe Soria
For the child who needs to see how personal conviction and athletic excellence can change the world, this graphic biogra
Ages 8–12
Rabbit Ears: Mythic Heroes
Anansi
Brian Gleeson
The tiny but clever spider Anansi uses his sharp wit and mischievous tricks to navigate the traditions and social order
Ages 5–10
The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers
The Story of Barack Obama
Tonya Leslie
For the child curious about leadership and how one person can make history. This approachable biography explores the jou
Ages 6–9
