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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+
Boundaries: How the Mason-Dixon Line Settled a Family Feud and Divided a Nation
Sally M. Walker
Learn how a property line surveyed in the colonial wilderness grew into a deep cultural divide that shaped the very iden
Ages 10–18
Grown
Tiffany D. Jackson
Enchanted Jones's dreams of R&B stardom turn into a nightmare when she wakes up near a crime scene with no memory of how
Ages 14–18
Callie Ann and Mistah Bear
Robert D. San Souci
A clever bear disguises himself as a handsome man to win over Callie’s mother, forcing Callie to use all her wits to sto
Ages 5–9
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359 books
Philip Hall #1
Philip Hall Likes Me, I Reckon Maybe
Bette Greene
Beth is eleven and dealing with the confusing, fluttering uncertainty of an on-again, off-again relationship with Philip
Ages 8–12
Yolanda's Genius
Carol Fenner
After moving to Michigan, fifth-grader Yolanda is determined to prove that her younger brother isn't a slow learner—he i
Ages 8–12
Celebrating America
Laura Whipple
Voices from many backgrounds, including folk poets and tribal leaders, come together to tell the vibrant story of Americ
Ages 7–12
Buddhist Tales #1
I Want to Be Free
Joseph Slate
For children processing themes of justice and safety, this powerful story shows how acts of selfless compassion can ligh
Ages 5–10
History of U.S., A
Joy Hakim
History comes alive through photographs and stories that trace the American journey from the industrial age through the
Ages 10–17
Isaiah Dunn #1
Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero
Kelly J. Baptist
For the child finding their way through grief and big changes, this moving story shows how words and family stories can
Ages 8–12
The Heartbeats of Wing Jones
Katherine Webber
For the teen navigating the heavy weight of family tragedy and searching for a path through grief while discovering thei
Ages 12–18
Issues in Focus Today
Vote!: Women's Fight for Access to the Ballot Box
Coral Celeste Frazer
For the young reader questioning why things are the way they are, this history of the suffrage movement shows how persis
Ages 10–18
Place Called America, A: A Story of the Land and People
Jennifer Thermes
For the curious student trying to understand how a vast land became a nation. This sweeping history explores the connect
Ages 8–12
Father Abraham: Lincoln and His Sons
Harold Holzer
The weight of the Civil War and the Emancipation Proclamation collide with the private life of a father trying to raise
Ages 10–14
Justice Is...: A Guide for Young Truth Seekers
Preet Bharara
Learn how heroes like Malala Yousafzai and John Lewis fought for what is right by asking hard questions and using their
Ages 4–8
Poet Slave of Cuba: A Biography of Juan Francisco Manzano, The
Margarita Engle
The rhythmic power of verse tells the life story of Juan Francisco Manzano, a man who used his poetic voice to endure th
Ages 12–18
Issues in Focus Today
Racial Profiling: From the Streets to the Checkpoints
Alison Marie Behnke
For the teen navigating a world where identity impacts safety, this guide explores the complex history and civil rights
Ages 12–18
Bluish
Virginia Hamilton
Dreenie’s curiosity about a classmate in a wheelchair blossoms into a deep, trusting friendship between three very diffe
Ages 9–12
If I Only Had a Horn: Young Louis Armstrong
Roxane Orgill
Young Louis Armstrong starts out singing on street corners in New Orleans, dreaming of the day he can finally own his ow
Ages 4–8
Justin and the Best Biscuits in the World
Mildred Pitts Walter
For the child who feels frustrated by chores or thinks certain tasks aren't for them, this story shows how everyday skil
Ages 8–11
Scholastic Reader
Ruby Bridges Goes to School: My True Story
Ruby Bridges
For the child learning about bravery and standing up for what is right. Ruby Bridges shares her own experience as the fi
Ages 4–8
Glenn Burke, Game Changer: The Man Who Invented the High Five
Phil Bildner
Meet the barrier-breaking MLB player who faced deep discrimination with excellence and gave the world the high five as a
Ages 4–8
Gathering of Flowers: Stories About Being Young in America, A
Joyce Carol Thomas
Diverse young voices from Oklahoma to San Francisco share their experiences growing up and blending rich ethnic heritage
Ages 12–18
The Hope Chest
Karen Schwabach
For the child finding their own voice while navigating family expectations and standing up for what is truly fair.
Ages 9–13
Legacy: Women Poets of the Harlem Renaissance
Nikki Grimes
Lines from Harlem Renaissance women poets are reborn in this collection of contemporary verse paired with bold, stylized
Ages 10–18
