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African American Heritage
African American Heritage
African American Heritage Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,345 books about african american heritage
0–3 yrs
81 books
4–7 yrs
949 books
8–11 yrs
849 books
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0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Great Episodes
Hang a Thousand Trees with Ribbons: The Story of Phillis Wheatley
Ann Rinaldi
A young woman brought to New England in chains finds her voice and becomes one of the most famous poets in the colonies.
Ages 10–14
Going North
Janice N. Harrington
Watch the landscape change through a car window as a family travels from Alabama to Nebraska in search of a life free fr
Ages 5–9
The Women Who Caught the Babies
Eloise Greenfield
For children curious about their family roots, this lyrical collection honors the legacy of African American midwives wh
Ages 9–12
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First Step Nonfiction: Holidays
Juneteenth
Robin Nelson
For the child curious about why we celebrate in June, this simple introduction explains the history of Juneteenth and th
Ages 4–7
The Rock and the River
Kekla Magoon
Fourteen-year-old Sam must choose his own path as he is pulled between his father's nonviolent protests and his brother'
Ages 12–16
Black Ice
Lorene Cary
An African American student navigates the challenges of an elite, mostly white boarding school while finding her voice a
Ages 14–18
100 Afro-mations for Black Children
Malik Wright
For the child needing a boost in self-belief, these 100 daily affirmations celebrate Black identity and inner strength t
Ages 4–10
Sweet Music in Harlem
Debbie A. Taylor
While searching 1950s Harlem for his uncle's misplaced hat, young C.J. accidentally gathers a legendary group of jazz mu
Ages 4–9
Wee Winnie Witch's Skinny
Virginia Hamilton
For the child who loves spooky tales and needs to see that family wisdom and protective elders can overcome even the mos
Ages 6–10
Underground Railroad, The
Raymond Bial
Step inside the secret stations and look upon the faces of the brave passengers and conductors who risked everything for
Ages 8–12
Civil Rights Crusaders
Coretta Scott King
Maria Nelson
These prestigious awards celebrate African American authors and illustrators who create books reflecting universal human
Ages 6–9
Moving Forward
Chris Barton
For the child learning how ordinary people can change the world. This biography explores how collective action and coura
Ages 6–10
Finding Langston #2
Leaving Lymon
Lesa Cline-Ransome
For the child navigating a move or family change, this story follows a boy using his musical talent to find his place wh
Ages 8–12
My Name Is Sally Little Song
Brenda Woods
For the child grappling with the meaning of freedom and the importance of family unity when facing systemic injustice.
Ages 9–13
Richard Wright and the Library Card
William Miller
Richard Wright and the Library Card
Ages 7–11
Bruh Rabbit and the Tar Baby Girl
Virginia Hamilton
Bruh Rabbit uses his clever wits to outsmart Bruh Fox in this rhythmic retelling of African American folklore featuring
Ages 4–9
Inspiring Biographies of African American Women for Kids
Beautiful Voices
For the child who needs to see that their dreams are possible. This collection of real-life stories highlights the grit
Ages 7–12
Me and Muhammad Ali
Jabari Asim
For the child who needs a boost of confidence. Discover how a brief moment with a hero can help a young boy find his own
Ages 4–8
The Story of Sojourner Truth
Anita Crawford Clark
Isabella Bomefree escaped slavery with her infant daughter and fought a historic legal battle to recover her son before
Ages 4–8
We've Got a Job: the 1963 Birmingham Children's March
Cynthia Levinson
For the young person starting to realize the power of their own voice and wanting to know how kids their age have change
Ages 10–18
The Book of Awesome Black Americans
Monique L. Jones
Empower your middle-grade or young adult reader with this collection of inspiring stories featuring Black trailblazers w
Ages 12–18
Dear Yesteryear
Kimberly Annece Henderson
Archival photographs and poetic text celebrate the history and dignity of Black ancestors in this moving look back at ge
Ages 4–8
Negro Speaks of Rivers, The
Langston Hughes
Langston Hughes’ powerful poem about the strength and deep history of the African American people is paired with sweepin
Ages 4–10
Love to Langston
Tony Medina
For the child who loves the power of words or is curious about how a young person finds their voice. An evocative introd
Ages 6–12
