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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+
The Girl I Am, Was, and Never Will Be
Shannon Gibney
For the teenager navigating the complex feelings of being a transracial adoptee and wondering about the lives they might
Ages 14–18
Uncle Marcus, The Jamaican Superhero
Marvin Amos
For children seeking to see themselves in the heroes they admire, this vibrant story celebrates Jamaican heritage and th
Ages 4–8
Tales of Young Americans
Riding to Washington
Gwenyth Swain
For the child noticing differences in how people are treated. This gentle story follows a young girl discovering that fa
Ages 4–8
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12–18 yrs
341 books
The Power of Children: Ordinary Youth Making Extraordinary Differences
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Skip Berry, Andrew Kimmel
For the young reader grappling with unfairness in the world, this moving account shows how kids like Anne Frank and Ruby
Ages 8–14
Ancient Civilizations
The Kingdoms and Empires of Ancient Africa
Baby Professor
For the child curious about their heritage or world history, this guide explores the sophisticated civilizations and cul
Ages 8–12
I Am #2
I Am Amazing!
Alissa Holder, Zulekha Holder-Young
For the child who needs a boost in self-confidence, this vibrant story helps young boys recognize their inner strength a
Ages 3–7
Josephine: The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker
Patricia Hruby Powell
For the child who feels like they don't fit in or has big dreams, this vibrant biography shows how a determined girl dan
Ages 7–11
Dangerous Skies
Suzanne Fisher Staples
For the child grappling with the realization that the world is not always fair, especially regarding race, friendship, a
Ages 10–14
Tanya #1
The Patchwork Quilt
Valerie Flournoy
Tanya and her grandmother stitch together scraps of old clothes to create a beautiful quilt that holds their family hist
Ages 5–9
Legend of Freedom Hill, The
Linda Jacobs Altman
Two friends, Rosabel and Sophie, venture into the hills to hunt for gold in a desperate and brave race to buy Rosabel's
Ages 6–10
Run Away Home
Patricia C. McKissack
Sarah Jane's life in the late 19th century changes forever when she discovers an Apache boy hiding in her family's barn.
Ages 8–12
Race to the Frozen North
Catherine Johnson
For the child who thrives on true tales of grit and exploration: this accessible story restores a forgotten hero to his
Ages 8–12
The Talking Eggs
Robert D. San Souci
For the child learning that true worth comes from a kind heart, not from chasing riches or comparing oneself to others.
Ages 5–10
The Longest Ride
Denise Lewis Patrick
For the child exploring their place in history and the deep longing for family and home while navigating difficult journ
Ages 9–12
Right by My Side
David Haynes
Growing up means seeing parents in a new light as a high school student balances a father who runs the town dump and a m
Ages 14–18
Music in Comics
Queen in Comics!
Sophie Blitman, Emmanuel Marie
Marie Laveau rises to fame in 19th-century New Orleans as a powerful herbalist, midwife, and legendary Voodoo practition
Ages 10–15
If You Come Softly #1
If You Come Softly
Jacqueline Woodson
Ellie and Jeremiah meet at a New York private school and fall in love, only to face the complicated reactions of the wor
Ages 12–18
The Complete Tales of Uncle Remus
Joel Chandler Harris
For parents seeking to discuss how storytelling can be both a source of cultural folklore and a product of complicated h
Ages 9–14
Francie
Karen English
Francie risks everything when she stands by a teenage boy she’s been teaching to read after he is falsely accused of a s
Ages 10–14
Junius Over Far
Virginia Hamilton
For the teenager exploring the complex layers of their heritage and the emotional pull of long-distance family bonds.
Ages 12–17
Black Troubadour: Langston Hughes
Charlemae Hill Rollins
African American life and universal human values shine through in this celebrated biography of one of the most influenti
Ages 11–15
The Black Friend: On Being a Better White Person
Frederick Joseph
Frederick Joseph shares personal stories and expert interviews to offer a candid, essential guide on recognizing bias an
Ages 12–18
Martin Luther King Jr.: Man of Peace
Lillie Patterson
For the child questioning why the world isn't always fair, this historic biography introduces Dr. King's powerful messag
Ages 8–12
Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales, and True Tales
Virginia Hamilton
A rich tapestry of African American identity unfolds through these legendary folktales, magical fairy stories, and inspi
Ages 8–12
