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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
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Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales #10
Blades of Freedom
Nathan Hale
Discover how the Haitian Revolution led by Toussaint Louverture ruined Napoleon's plans and forced the massive sale of t
Ages 8–12
Brooms
Jasmine Walls
For teens searching for a community where they can be their authentic selves while navigating systemic barriers and figh
Ages 14–18
Painting Dreams: Minnie Evans, Visionary Artist
Mary E. Lyons
Vivid paintings rooted in religious visions and African ancestry tell the story of Minnie Evans, a self-taught folk arti
Ages 8–12
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341 books
All Aboard Reading
Negro Leagues: All-Black Baseball
Laura Driscoll
For the young sports fan curious about history, this accessible guide explores the era when Black baseball players built
Ages 6–9
King Biscuit
Michael Loyd Gray
For the young adult reflecting on their place in the world while navigating the deep complexities of racial history and
Ages 12–18
The Buxton Trilogy #3
The Journey of Little Charlie
Christopher Paul Curtis
Twelve-year-old Little Charlie heads north to settle his late father’s debt, only to face a life-changing choice when he
Ages 10–14
Anansi Does the Impossible!
Verna Aardema
Anansi and his clever wife use their wits to trick the Sky God and reclaim the stories that belong to their people in th
Ages 4–8
Great Episodes #13
The Education of Mary
Ann Rinaldi
Tensions erupt in an 1830s Connecticut town when a teacher opens her classroom doors to Black students, sparking a fight
Ages 10–14
Arilla Sun Down
Virginia Hamilton
Arilla navigates life in a small town, balancing her family's heritage with the daily rhythms of school, friends, and gr
Ages 12–16
Snap Books
Beyoncé Knowles
Jen Jones
For the young dreamer who loves to sing and dance, this accessible biography follows Beyonce's journey from a talented c
Ages 7–12
Ludie's Song
Dirlie Herlihy
A quiet friendship between a young white girl and a Black family in 1950s Georgia faces the harsh and dangerous realitie
Ages 10–14
Ruby Lee & Me
Shannon Hitchcock
For the child grappling with the guilt of a shared accident or navigating the shifting boundaries of friendship during t
Ages 8–12
The Anti-Slavery Alphabet
Hannah Townsend, Mary Townsend
For parents seeking to introduce the gravity of history, this primary source from 1846 uses the alphabet to teach the mo
Ages 7–12
All American Boys
Jason Reynolds, Brendan Kiely
For teens grappling with news of racial injustice and the complex choice between staying silent or standing up for what
Ages 12–18
Tyler Johnson Was Here
Jay Coles
A celebration turns into a nightmare when a police raid leads to Tyler’s disappearance, leaving his twin Marvin to face
Ages 14–18
Ella Fitzgerald
Leslie Palmer
For the child discovering their own unique voice, this biography explores the life of the First Lady of Song and her jou
Ages 8–12
Aunt Nancy #2
Aunt Nancy and Old Man Trouble
Phyllis Root
Old Man Trouble is trying his best to ruin Aunt Nancy’s day, but she is far too clever to let his pesky tricks get the b
Ages 4–8
Pocket Change Collective
Black Internet Effect
Shavone Charles
For the young creative who wants to see how digital trends start and how to navigate big tech spaces while staying true
Ages 12–18
Stealing Home: The Story of Jackie Robinson
Barry Denenberg
For the child who needs to see how quiet strength and steady grit can change the world. A biography about standing tall
Ages 8–12
Hope! A Story of Change in Obama's America
Eric Stevens
Sentenced to community service, Anton Fox watches a historic inauguration and realizes he has the power to reshape both
Ages 8–12
Thank You, Omu!
Oge Mora
The scrumptious scent of Omu's stew brings the whole neighborhood to her door. See how her kindness creates a beautiful
Ages 4–8
Greats of Music
Hip-Hop Greats
Stacy B. Davids
Trace the evolution of rhythm and rhyme through the legendary artists who defined hip-hop culture from its early days to
Ages 8–12
At Her Majesty's Request: An African Princess in Victorian England
Walter Dean Myers
An African princess saved from execution begins a new life in the royal court of Queen Victoria in this fascinating true
Ages 10–14
Mamie on the Mound A Woman in Baseball's Negro Leagues
Leah Henderson
For the child who needs to see that no dream is too big, even when the world says no. A powerful look at overcoming barr
Ages 6–10
