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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+
Great Minu
Beth P. Wilson
For the child who compares their life to others, this West African folktale explores how 'more' isn't always better and
Ages 5–9
Everett Anderson #7
Everett Anderson's Goodbye
Lucille Clifton
For a child struggling with the heavy, confusing stages of grief after the loss of a parent. This gentle verse follows a
Ages 4–8
Baseball Biographies for Kids
Dean Burrell
For the young sports fan who looks up to the greats, these inspiring true stories show how perseverance and grit turned
Ages 8–12
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12–18 yrs
341 books
Strong Girls in History
Susan B Katz
For the child who needs a boost of confidence, these true stories of brave women show that anyone can change the world t
Ages 6–9
Monk Monk & Me
Nolan Johnson
The complex rhythms and improvisational genius of jazz legend Thelonious Monk come to life in this introduction to one o
Ages 4–8
Chlorine Sky
Mahogany L. Browne
For the girl who feels like a shadow in her own life, this verse novel explores the messy, painful process of outgrowing
Ages 12–17
The Perry Family #1
Fallen Angels
Walter Dean Myers
Straight out of high school in Harlem, Richie Perry enters the summer of 1967 and finds himself facing a devastating yea
Ages 14–18
Punching the Air
Ibi Zoboi, Yusef Salaam
Amal is a poet and artist whose life is upended by a biased system, forcing him to use his creative voice to maintain hi
Ages 14–18
The Julian Stories #4
Gloria's Way
Ann Cameron
For children navigating the small joys and challenges of growing up while finding their own unique way to shine in their
Ages 6–9
Black, Bold & Beautiful
Jemema Thomas
Zélie Adebola fights to restore magic to the kingdom of Orïsha and stop the brutal suppression of her people in this hig
Ages 13–18
Who HQ Now
Women Who Rock, Pop, and Hip-Hop!
Natasha Brereton-Fukui
For the young music lover who wants to discover the trailblazing women who shaped modern sounds. This guide profiles ico
Ages 8–12
I Love Music: All About Musical Instruments Then and Now
Baby Professor
For the curious child who loves to tap out rhythms and wants to know how their favorite sounds are made. A guide to inst
Ages 7–12
Louis #2
Life Is Not Fair
Gary W. Bargar
In 1958 Kansas City, Louis must decide if he should stick with the popular crowd or stand by his new neighbor during a t
Ages 10–14
Neighborhood Novels #1
Crossing Jordan
Adrian Fogelin
Twelve-year-old Cass and her new neighbor Jemmie defy their families' prejudices by bonding over a love of competitive r
Ages 9–13
The Mighty Macy
Kwame Alexander
Macy learns that her own voice is a powerful tool as she finds the strength to speak up for her community in this humoro
Ages 6–10
Rica Baptista #2
A Week of Shenanigans
Janet Costa Bates
For the child who loves getting into gentle trouble with a favorite relative and celebrating the unique joy of a visit f
Ages 6–9
Civil War! America Becomes One Nation
James I. Robertson Jr.
The roots of conflict, the heat of battle, and the influential leaders who shaped the American Civil War come to life in
Ages 10–14
Big Words #2
Abe's Honest Words
Doreen Rappaport
Abraham Lincoln rises from the backwoods of the Midwest to the presidency, driven by a love of learning and a deep convi
Ages 6–10
The Forge & Fracture Saga #1
That Self-Same Metal
Brittany N. Williams
Joan Sands uses her magical control over metal to craft swords for Shakespeare’s actors while defending London from an u
Ages 13–18
Learning by Heart
Ronder Thomas Young
Ten-year-old Rachel observes the shifting social landscape of her small Southern town as she begins to confront racial p
Ages 8–12
The Cay #1
The Cay
Theodore Taylor
Stranded on a barren island after a shipwreck, a blinded boy must rely on a fellow survivor to navigate a dangerous new
Ages 9–14
Upside Down in the Middle of Nowhere
Julie T. Lamana
For the child grappling with the reality that life can change in an instant, this moving story explores finding bravery
Ages 8–12
How Do I Draw These Memories?
Jonell Joshua
For teens navigating the complexities of a parent's mental illness, this moving graphic memoir explores the healing powe
Ages 14–18
Hope and Grace in Piney Woods
Lisa Major Elders
For the child navigating complex friendships while learning about fairness and faith in a world that isn't always kind.
Ages 8–12
