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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+
Dazzling Zelda: The Story of Fashion Designer Zelda Wynn Valdes
Aura Lewis in collaboration with Farai Simoyi
Zelda Wynn Valdes used her talent for stitching and sketching to become a legendary fashion designer and a dedicated men
Ages 4–8
A Volcano Beneath the Snow
Albert Marrin
Witness the life of abolitionist John Brown and the raid on Harper’s Ferry while weighing the difficult question of whet
Ages 12–18
Teammates
Peter Golenbock
As Jackie Robinson faces intense prejudice on the field, his teammate Pee Wee Reese takes a courageous stand to show the
Ages 6–10
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Swish!: The Slam-Dunking, Alley-Ooping, High-Flying Harlem Globetrotters
Suzanne Slade
Watch a high school basketball team overcome racism to become world-famous icons through incredible athleticism, theatri
Ages 4–8
Away West
Patricia C. McKissack
Everett Turner leaves his farm behind to join the Exodusters on a perilous journey to Kansas in search of a new life and
Ages 7–10
Amazing Affirmations
Black is Beautiful
Kiara Wilson
For children building their sense of self, this vibrant rhyming book celebrates Black identity and encourages kids to lo
Ages 3–8
Infinite Hope
Ashley Bryan
Ashley Bryan shares personal letters and memories from his time as a segregated soldier during World War II and the D-Da
Ages 10–14
Crossing Ebenezer Creek
Tonya Bolden
Freedom and love feel within reach for a formerly enslaved girl as the Civil War ends, until a sudden tragedy reveals th
Ages 12–18
Let's Ride the School Bus! (Public Transportation, 3)
Winston Garrett
Follow the major milestones and pivotal moments that have shaped African-American history throughout the years.
Ages 6–10
Poetry for Young People
Langston Hughes
Langston Hughes, David Roessel, Arnold Rampersad
For the child exploring their identity and the world around them. This vibrant collection introduces young readers to th
Ages 8–14
Knockin' on Wood: Starring Peg Leg Bates
Lynne Barasch
After losing his leg in a factory accident at age twelve, Clayton Bates defies the odds to become a world-renowned tap d
Ages 6–10
I Can Read Level 3
The Drinking Gourd
F. N. Monjo
Young Tommy must find the courage to mislead a marshal and his posse to help an African American family reach freedom on
Ages 6–9
A Weed Is a Flower: The Life of George Washington Carver
Aliki
A curious scientist discovers hundreds of uses for peanuts and sweet potatoes, teaching farmers how to heal the soil and
Ages 5–9
To the Mountaintop
Charlayne Hunter-Gault
A courageous young woman steps onto the University of Georgia campus to face segregation firsthand during a pivotal mome
Ages 12–18
Little Man, Little Man
James Baldwin
Four-year-old TJ and his friends wander through the vibrant, sun-drenched streets of 1970s Harlem on a lively summer aft
Ages 8–12
Jimi: Sounds Like a Rainbow: A Story of the Young Jimi Hendrix
Gary Golio
From a humble childhood in Seattle to the heights of rock stardom, see how a young Jimi Hendrix transformed his world in
Ages 6–10
Here We Go Round
Alice McGill
For the child exploring their roots and the history of their community, this story navigates the strength of spirit foun
Ages 8–12
Abe Lincoln's Hat
Martha Brenner
Learn how a young frontier lawyer managed his memory by stuffing letters and legal notes inside his iconic tall hat befo
Ages 6–9
Talkin' About Bessie
Nikki Grimes
For the child who needs to see that no dream is too high to reach. Discover the soaring life of Bessie Coleman through t
Ages 7–11
Me and Uncle Romie: A Story Inspired by the Life and Art of Romare Bearden
Claire Hartfield
A summer trip to Harlem introduces a young boy to the vibrant world of his uncle, Romare Bearden, and the beautiful coll
Ages 5–9
The Blues of Flats Brown
Walter Dean Myers
For the child who needs to know that their unique voice and talents can be a ticket to freedom and a way to process life
Ages 5–9
Searching for Sarah Rector: The Richest Black Girl in America
Tonya Bolden
When oil is found on her land, eleven-year-old Sarah Rector becomes the wealthiest Black girl in the nation—then she sud
Ages 10–14
Night Running: How James Escaped with the Help of His Faithful Dog
Elisa Carbone
James heads north toward freedom with his hunting dog Zeus, discovering that the animal he feared would give him away is
Ages 6–10
Black Heroes Of Africa
Livinus Uguru O
Meet sixty remarkable African leaders, scientists, and artists whose courage and creativity changed history and continue
Ages 7–12
