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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+
In Daddy's Arms I am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers
Javaka Steptoe
Award-winning art and words honor the African American experience by celebrating the strength, height, and enduring love
Ages 4–8
Imani #4
Imani's Recipe for Teamwork
Cicely Lewis
Imani and her step team must find a creative way to earn their entry fee so they can showcase their talent at the Glow T
Ages 6–9
The Soul Brothers and Sister Lou #2
Lou in the Limelight
Kristin Hunter
For the young dreamer realizing that chasing fame comes with unexpected pressures and moral choices.
Ages 11–15
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12–18 yrs
341 books
Maizon #1
Last Summer with Maizon
Jacqueline Woodson
Eleven-year-old Margaret faces a summer of sudden change as she navigates the grief of losing her father while her best
Ages 8–12
Dear America #12
I Thought My Soul Would Rise and Fly
Joyce Hansen
For the child exploring the meaning of autonomy and self-worth during a difficult transition in history. A young girl na
Ages 9–12
The ABC's of Black Inventors: A Children's Guide
Craig Thompson
From A to Z, meet the brilliant minds behind life-changing inventions in this colorful guide to Black excellence and cre
Ages 4–10
The Big Book of Empowering Affirmations for Black Kids
Shanice Daniels
For the child needing a boost in self-esteem and cultural pride, this collection provides positive daily reminders to bu
Ages 4–10
When Marian Sang: The True Recital of Marian Anderson
Pam Muñoz Ryan
For the child discovering that talent knows no color, this lyrical biography follows a gifted singer as she overcomes ra
Ages 6–10
January's Sparrow
Patricia Polacco
Following a tragic loss on the plantation, Sadie and her family risk everything on a perilous journey toward freedom via
Ages 7–12
Say My Name
Joanna Ho
Six children proudly share the traditions, ancestors, and deep cultural histories woven into the names their families ha
Ages 4–8
Coretta's Journey
Alice Faye Duncan
For the child curious about the people who changed the world, this lyrical biography shows how Coretta Scott King found
Ages 7–12
Yours for Justice, Ida B. Wells: The Daring Life of a Crusading Journalist
Philip Dray
Ida B. Wells used her courageous spirit and her reporter's pen to fight against unfair treatment and lead a tireless cru
Ages 8–12
Imani #1
Imani and the Great Hair Experiment
Cicely Lewis
For the child questioning societal beauty standards or wanting to explore their natural hair journey with confidence.
Ages 7–10
A Voice of Her Own: The Story of Phillis Wheatley, Slave Poet
Kathryn Lasky
Follow the remarkable true story of a girl brought to New England in 1761 who rose above enslavement to become America's
Ages 8–12
Big Words #1
Martin's Big Words
Doreen Rappaport
The powerful legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. comes alive through a look at his life and the unforgettable words th
Ages 5–9
Yasuke The Black Samurai
Kofi Johnson
A legendary traveler from a distant land uses his immense strength and loyalty to become a respected samurai under a pow
Ages 6–11
Darius and Twig
Walter Dean Myers
For the teenager striving to build a future through their talents while navigating the intense pressures and loyalties o
Ages 12–17
Who HQ
What Were the Negro Leagues?
Varian Johnson
For the child curious about why sports weren't always fair, this history reveals how Black athletes built their own leag
Ages 8–12
Malcolm X: By Any Means Necessary
Walter Dean Myers
From his leadership in the Nation of Islam to his final speeches, follow the journey of a man whose pursuit of justice t
Ages 12–18
Kizzy Ann Stamps
Jeri Watts
For the child feeling anxious about fitting in at a new school or worried that their physical differences might make oth
Ages 8–12
March On Children!
Katina L Rankin
For the child learning about fairness and the power of their own voice. This book honors the brave children who marched
Ages 6–10
This Is the Rope
Jacqueline Woodson
A single piece of rope travels with an African American family through the years, binding their story together during th
Ages 5–8
Spies of Mississippi: The True Story of the Spy Network That Tried to Destroy the Civil Rights Movement
Rick Bowers
Mississippi state agents used a secret network to spy on neighbors and teachers in a high-stakes propaganda war to stop
Ages 12–18
Copper Sun
Sharon M. Draper
A fifteen-year-old Ashanti girl fights to survive unimaginable sorrow after being taken from her home and transported to
Ages 14–18
