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African American Heritage
African American Heritage
African American Heritage Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,228 books about african american heritage
0–3 yrs
77 books
4–7 yrs
899 books
8–11 yrs
810 books
By format:
Chapter Books
(792)
Young Adult
(99)
Poetry
(52)
Middle Grade
(36)
Picture Books
(32)
Graphic Novels
(31)
Early Readers
(7)
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
13+
Gabby Douglas: Going for Gold
Tori Kosara
Gabby Douglas makes history as the first African American gymnast to win individual all-around gold, proving that grit a
Ages 6–9
Trapped Between the Lash and the Gun
Arvella Whitmore
A twelve-year-old boy on the verge of gang life is suddenly pulled back in time to experience the harsh reality of life
Ages 10–14
Biographies
All About Michael Jackson: The King of Pop and Style
Baby Professor
For the child curious about how music and fashion can change the world, this guide explores the career and iconic style
Ages 6–10
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12–18 yrs
341 books
Benjamin Darling's ABCs #3
The Notorious A.B.C.
Benjamin Darling
For hip-hop loving parents who want to share their musical roots while helping their little one master the basics of the
Ages 0–4
Nobody's Family Is Going to Change
Louise Fitzhugh
Siblings Emma and Willie refuse to let their parents' disapproval stop them from following their passions in this classi
Ages 9–12
Children's Ancient History
Egypt vs. Nubia! Ancient Battles
Baby Professor
For the curious child fascinated by ancient worlds, this guide explores the long history of rivalry and cultural exchang
Ages 7–10
Little Golden Book Biography
LeBron James: A Little Golden Book Biography
Shasta Clinch
For the little sports fan who needs to see how hard work and kindness can lead to big dreams both on and off the basketb
Ages 2–5
The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers
The Story of Ella Fitzgerald
Kathy Trusty
A difficult childhood gives way to the bright lights of the stage in this biography of the legendary First Lady of Song,
Ages 6–9
Little Golden Book Biographies
Kamala Harris
Rajani LaRocca
For the child who asks why things are unfair, this inspiring biography shows how one girl's roots in activism led her al
Ages 4–8
The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers
The Story of Nelson Mandela
Floyd Stokes
For the child asking big questions about fairness and how one person can change the world. This biography introduces the
Ages 6–9
Little Golden Book Biographies
Misty Copeland
Sherri L. Smith
For the child who thinks it is too late to start something new or feels like an outsider in their passion, this story of
Ages 8–12
Woke Baby
Mahogany L. Browne
For parents wanting to share their values of social justice and community from day one, this rhythmic board book turns a
Ages 0–3
The Story Of: Biographies for New Readers
The Story of Katherine Johnson
Andrea Thorpe
For the child who loves to count and wonders how things work, this biography shows how one girl's passion for math helpe
Ages 6–9
G. Neri's True Adventures #2
My Bicentennial Summer
G. Neri
For the child exploring their place in the world, this verse memoir captures a biracial boy's journey through a summer o
Ages 8–12
The Story Of: A Biography Series for New Readers
The Story of Kamala Harris
Tonya Leslie
For the child who needs to see that big dreams are possible. This biography shows how a young girl's passion for fairnes
Ages 6–9
Magic Tree House Fact Trackers #35
Baseball
Mary Pope Osborne, Natalie Pope Boyce
For the young sports fan who wants to know the real stories behind the game. This guide explores the history of baseball
Ages 7–10
Virginia Hamilton
Julie K. Rubini
For the young dreamer who loves stories and wonders how books are made. Discover the life of Virginia Hamilton, a trailb
Ages 8–12
All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford
Lyrical poetry and vibrant art trace the inspiring journey of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson from a young student to the
Ages 4–8
Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass
A powerful first-hand account follows one man's journey from the brutalities of birth into slavery to his daring escape
Ages 12–18
Creative Minds Biographies
Go Free or Die: A Story About Harriet Tubman
Jeri Ferris
For the child who asks how one person can change the world. This biography explores Harriet Tubman's journey from a life
Ages 8–11
A Poem for Peter
Angela Davis Pinkney
A lyrical celebration of the life and legacy of Ezra Jack Keats, the creator who brought the snowy world of Peter to lif
Ages 5–9
Love is Loud: How Diane Nash Led the Civil Rights Movement
Sandra Neil Wallace
Diane Nash stands at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement, using nonviolent protest and courage to challenge segre
Ages 4–8
Forty Acres and Maybe a Mule
Harriette Gillem Robinet
Young Pascal searches for true freedom and a piece of land to call his own during the hopeful and turbulent Reconstructi
Ages 8–12
The Phoenix Rising #1
Ashes
Lauralana Dunne
The thriving Greenwood District, known as Black Wall Street, faces a devastating attack by white supremacist mobs in one
Ages 8–12
