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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+
Oh Lord, I Wish I Was a Buzzard
Polly Greenberg
Under the hot sun of the cotton fields, a young girl uses the power of her daydreams to find a moment of escape from her
Ages 4–8
Good Lil' Boys and Girls #1
Good Lil' Boys and Girls from the Cotton State of Alabama and the Magnolia State of Mississippi
Sharon Hunt
For the child who wants to feel proud of where they come from. This educational collection introduces young readers to t
Ages 7–12
Imani #5
Imani and Isaiah
Cicely Lewis
For the child curious about why books win awards, this guide explores the power of storytelling and the diverse voices t
Ages 6–10
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341 books
Imani #6
Imani and the Ghost
Cicely Lewis
For the child curious about their heritage and the secrets hidden in old family stories. A gentle mystery that helps kid
Ages 7–10
Pink and Say
Patricia Polacco
Two young soldiers from different backgrounds form an unbreakable bond when they are captured together during the height
Ages 7–12
Stella by Starlight
Sharon M. Draper
After a burning cross sparks fear in her 1932 North Carolina town, Stella finds the courage to stand against prejudice a
Ages 9–13
Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra
Andrea Davis Pinkney
Experience the career of a legendary jazz composer and his orchestra as they create a unique sound that defies every mus
Ages 4–9
Great Episodes #1
Wolf by the Ears
Ann Rinaldi
Harriet Hemings weighs the promise of freedom against the safety of the only home she knows while trapped in the velvet
Ages 12–17
Raspberry Hill #1
Money Hungry
Sharon G. Flake
Haunted by memories of homelessness, thirteen-year-old Raspberry Hill works tirelessly to save money while wondering if
Ages 10–14
Acting Out
Sherri Winston
For the teenager navigating the shift from childhood dreams to adult realities when a family crisis changes everything.
Ages 13–18
Sylvia and Marsha Start a Revolution!
Joy Michael Ellison
Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson show what it means to be brave and kind while fighting for a world where everyone ca
Ages 5–10
Second Daughter: The Story of a Slave Girl
Mildred Pitts Walter
Aissa watches as her sister, Elizabeth Freeman, takes a courageous stand in a Massachusetts court to win freedom for the
Ages 10–14
Drita, My Homegirl
Jenny Lombard
Drita has just fled war in Kosovo for a new life in America, but it takes a rocky school project with popular Maxie to b
Ages 8–12
Big Meeting
Dee Parmer Woodtor
Relatives from all over travel South to the Bethel A.M.E. church to feast, worship, and renew deep family ties at the Bi
Ages 4–8
The Low-Down Laundry Line Blues
C. M. Millen
For the child feeling a little down or grumpy. This rhythmic story explores how the power of play and sibling connection
Ages 4–8
Zeely
Virginia Hamilton
For the child whose imagination is sparked by mystery and awe. Follow Geeder as she navigates the line between childhood
Ages 9–12
Lucky Beans
Becky Birtha
Tired of eating beans during the Great Depression, Marshall uses his math lessons to guess how many beans are in a jar a
Ages 6–9
Nappy Hair
Carolivia Herron
A lively backyard picnic becomes the stage for a rhythmic celebration of heritage as family and friends admire a young g
Ages 4–8
If You...
If You Traveled on the Underground Railroad
Ellen Levine
Fugitive slaves faced immense hardships and danger on their journey to freedom; learn how the secret network of the Unde
Ages 7–10
The Song of the Molimo
Jane Cutler
A twelve-year-old boy meets Ota Benga, an African Pygmy exhibited at the 1904 World's Fair, in a meeting that challenges
Ages 9–13
Christmas Night on the Farm
Maria Hoskins
For the family preparing to travel for the holidays, this story captures the magic of visiting grandparents and the cozy
Ages 4–8
A Story of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion for Kids Ages 6-9
Sky Adams
For the child curious about history and leadership, this book celebrates the trailblazing women who broke barriers and a
Ages 6–9
Leaders and Thinkers in American History: An American History Book for Kids
Megan Duvarney Forbes
For the child curious about how one person can change a country. Discover the diverse leaders and bold thinkers who shap
Ages 8–12
Let's Read Biographies
Frederick Douglass
Houghton Mifflin
For the child curious about heroes who changed the world. This accessible biography introduces Frederick Douglass and hi
Ages 6–9
