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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
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Papa and Pearl
Annette M. Clayton
For the child who shares a special bond with their father or grandfather and is inspired by stories of Black excellence
Ages 4–9
Great Migration
Eloise Greenfield
Rhythmic poetry and descriptive imagery bring the African-American experience to life. These verses celebrate the histor
Ages 6–12
That Flag
Tameka Fryer Brown
For the child noticing symbols of hate in their neighborhood and the parent looking to navigate hard conversations about
Ages 6–10
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12–18 yrs
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Black Pioneers of Science and Invention
Louis Haber
For the student who feels like their school books are missing a piece of the puzzle. Discover the incredible Black innov
Ages 9–14
Henry's Freedom Box
Ellen Levine
For children beginning to ask about fairness and history, this powerful true story explores the incredible bravery requi
Ages 6–10
Biographies for Kids
All About Martin Luther King Jr.
Baby Professor
For the child curious about why we celebrate MLK Day, this simple biography introduces the life of a hero who fought for
Ages 5–8
African American Astronauts & Space Pioneers
T. M. Moody
For the child dreaming of the stars who wants to see how trailblazers overcame obstacles to reach the galaxy.
Ages 7–12
A Flag for Juneteenth
Kim Taylor
On the eve of her tenth birthday, young Huldah and her community receive life-changing news of freedom and join together
Ages 4–8
The Legend of Buddy Bush
Sheila P. Moses
Twelve-year-old Pattie Mae clings to her dreams of Harlem while her North Carolina family faces a wrongful arrest and a
Ages 12–16
There Goes the Neighborhood
Jade Adia
There Goes the Neighborhood
Ages 14–18
Count on Your Fingers African Style
Marileta Robinson
For the child curious about different ways people communicate. Discover how vibrant markets in East Africa use unique fi
Ages 5–9
Just like a Mama
Alice Faye Duncan
For children being raised by kin, foster parents, or guardians, this lyrical story celebrates a mother-daughter bond def
Ages 4–8
Black Diamond: The Story of the Negro Baseball Leagues
Unknown
Base hits, fielding plays, and the strategic battle between pitchers and batters define this historic look at the legacy
Ages 8–12
Black American Series
Lena Horne: Singer & Actress
Brett Howard
For the child who loves to sing and needs to see how talent and courage can break down barriers in a world that isn't al
Ages 7–10
Another Way to Dance
Martha Southgate
For the teen navigating the pressure of high-level performance while processing family changes and discovering how their
Ages 12–16
From Slave Ship to Freedom Road
Julius Lester
Powerful illustrations anchor this history of the American slave trade, following the journey from the ships to the hero
Ages 10–14
Brown Girl Dreaming
Jacqueline Woodson
For the child exploring their place in the world and the history of their family, this lyrical memoir helps process iden
Ages 10–14
Sound the Jubilee
Sandra Forrester
In the midst of the Civil War, a young slave and her family seek safety and a new beginning as they find refuge on Roano
Ages 10–14
Burning Up
Caroline B. Cooney
A school project about a 1959 fire leads Macey Clare to uncover deep-seated prejudice and the dark history of racism wit
Ages 12–17
Sitting in St. James, A
Rita Williams-Garcia
As an aging mistress sits for her portrait in 1860 Louisiana, the long-buried secrets and harrowing truths of those ensl
Ages 14–18
Unfadeable
Maurice Broaddus
For the child who wants to change the world but feels too small. Follow Bella as she uses graffiti art to expose city co
Ages 8–12
For Lamb
Lesa Cline-Ransome
In the Jim Crow South, a studious girl’s simple act of friendship with a white neighbor sparks a tragic chain of events
Ages 14–18
My Mother the Cheerleader
Robert Sharenow
In 1960 New Orleans, Louise’s world is upended when her mother joins a group of protesters and a mysterious visitor arri
Ages 12–17
Out of Darkness
Ashley Hope Pérez
For teens grappling with the weight of history and systemic injustice. This story navigates the intersections of race an
Ages 14–18
