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African American Heritage
African American Heritage
African American Heritage Books for Kids – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
2,353 books about african american heritage
0–3 yrs
81 books
4–7 yrs
950 books
8–11 yrs
853 books
Age
0–2
3–5
6–8
9–12
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
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12–18 yrs
359 books
Big Words #2
Abe's Honest Words: The Life of Abraham Lincoln
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 Suffragist Playbook: Your Guide to Changing the World
Lucinda Robb, Rebecca Boggs Roberts
For the young activist who sees unfairness in the world and wants to do something about it. This guide uses history to t
Ages 10–14
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
Graphic History: True Stories #1
True Stories of the Civil War
Nel Yomtov
For the student who finds history textbooks dry and prefers visual storytelling. This graphic novel brings the pivotal m
Ages 8–13
The Day They Came to Arrest the Book
Nat Hentoff
Tensions boil over at a high school when a classic novel faces a censorship challenge, forcing students to weigh free sp
Ages 12–18
Come With The Fire
Julianne Mundle
For the teen feeling the pressure of high expectations while struggling to find where they truly belong between two cult
Ages 13–18
Madelia
Jan Spivey Gilchrist
Madelia longs to be home painting with her new watercolors, but she discovers a surprising source of inspiration while l
Ages 4–8
Captured History
Ali's Knockout Punch
Michael Burgan
For the child who loves sports or photography and wants to know how a single moment in time can change how we see a hero
Ages 9–14
The Night Has Ears African Proverbs
Ashley Bryan
Ancestral wisdom meets playful wit in this vibrant collection of twenty-six traditional proverbs gathered from various A
Ages 4–10
Like No Other
Una LaMarche
A chance encounter in a stalled elevator sparks a forbidden connection between a strict Hasidic girl and a boy from a di
Ages 14–18
The Factory #3
Undisclosed
Aya de León
For the teen exploring the weight of high expectations and the courage it takes to advocate for social justice while sta
Ages 14–18
Sports Illustrated Kids: Stars of Sports
Bubba Wallace: Stock Car Racing Star
Lisa A. Crayton
For the young racing fan curious about real-life heroes, this biography introduces Bubba Wallace and his journey as a ba
Ages 6–9
For the Love of the Game Michael Jordan and Me
Eloise Greenfield
The legendary drive of Michael Jordan inspires two children to find their own grit and determination in this encouraging
Ages 4–8
Rights and Responsibilities
How Rights Were Won
Nick Hunter
For the child questioning why things aren't always fair, this guide explores the brave people who fought for equality an
Ages 8–12
White Smoke
Tiffany D. Jackson
Foul smells in the vents and shadows in the hallways suggest that Marigold’s new renovated house is hiding something ver
Ages 14–18
Testing the Ice
Sharon Robinson
Jackie Robinson's daughter shares memories of her father's bravery, from the baseball diamond to the day he tested the i
Ages 4–9
