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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+
Face Relations: Eleven Stories About Seeing Beyond Color
Marilyn Singer
Eleven distinct voices explore the complexities of race, identity, and the moments that challenge how we see one another
Ages 12–18
Strong Voices: Fifteen American Speeches Worth Knowing
Tonya Bolden
Words have the power to shift the course of a nation, as seen through fifteen pivotal addresses ranging from the America
Ages 8–12
The Adventurous Deeds of Deadwood Jones
Helen Hemphill
Ride along with a nineteenth-century cowboy as he faces the challenges of the American South in this historical journey
Ages 10–14
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Sail Away
Langston Hughes, Ashley Bryan
For the child who finds magic in the movement of water and sand: experience the rhythm of the ocean through timeless poe
Ages 4–8
Together We March: 25 Protest Movements That Marched into History
Leah Henderson
From local protests to massive social shifts, see how the 1960s counterculture and Vietnam War demonstrations moved a na
Ages 8–12
Born Ready: The True Story of a Boy Named Penelope
Jodie Patterson
For the child who feels their outside doesn't match their inside. This story offers a gentle path for families to suppor
Ages 4–8
Between the Lines: How Ernie Barnes Went from the Football Field to the Art Gallery
Sandra Neil Wallace
For the child who feels pressured to choose just one hobby, this inspiring true story shows how passions for sports and
Ages 4–9
¡Mambo Mucho Mambo! The Dance That Crossed Color Lines
Dean Robbins
The infectious rhythm of Latin Jazz fills the Palladium Ballroom, where dancers of all backgrounds break social barriers
Ages 4–8
Elijah's Angel: A Story for Chanukah and Christmas
Michael J. Rosen
For the child navigating the beauty and confusion of different holiday traditions within their community while learning
Ages 6–10
Tales of Famous Americans
Connie Roop, Peter Roop
For the curious child eager to discover the heroes who shaped our world, from George Washington to Harriet Tubman.
Ages 6–9
Show and Prove
Sofia Quintero
For the teen finding their voice while navigating the weight of history, hip-hop culture, and the pressure to prove thei
Ages 12–17
Bird
Zetta Elliott
For the child navigating the heavy clouds of family struggle, this gentle story uses the power of art to process grief a
Ages 8–12
On Beale Street
Ronald Kidd
For the teenager grappling with systemic unfairness while discovering their passions, this story explores how music can
Ages 12–18
It's Trevor Noah: Born a Crime
Trevor Noah
For the young person navigating identity and belonging. This memoir explores growing up in South Africa with wit, showin
Ages 10–14
Punk Rock Karaoke
Bianca Xunise
Three best friends spend their post-high school summer chasing band dreams and learning to have each other's backs.
Ages 14–18
Brothers' War: Civil War Voices in Verse, The
J. Patrick Lewis
For the student grappling with the complexities of history, these haunting poems and archival photos bring the human sto
Ages 10–16
Mama Miti: Wangari Maathai and the Trees of Kenya
Donna Jo Napoli
For the child who wants to change the world but feels too small. Discover how one woman's simple act of planting a tree
Ages 4–9
See No Color
Shannon Gibney
For the teenager navigating the complex feelings of being adopted into a family that doesn't share their racial heritage
Ages 12–18
My Country, 'Tis of Thee: How One Song Reveals the History of Civil Rights
Claire Rudolf Murphy
One famous melody travels through time, evolving from a tribute to a king into a powerful anthem for the American Civil
Ages 6–10
Last Stand, The
Antwan Eady
For the child learning the value of hard work and the beauty of family traditions. A soulful look at the pride of commun
Ages 4–8
Liberian Folktales
Head, Body, Legs: A Story from Liberia
Won-Ldy Paye, Margaret H. Lippert
For the child who struggles to work with others, this playful Liberian folk tale shows how every part of a team is vital
Ages 4–8
Full Cicada Moon
Marilyn Hilton
For the child who feels like an outsider and dreams of reaching for the stars, this verse novel explores finding your vo
Ages 8–12
Chess Rumble
G. Neri
For the child struggling with big feelings and neighborhood conflict, this powerful verse novel shows how a game of stra
Ages 10–14
Fresh Ink
Lamar Giles
For the teen seeking to see themselves and their world reflected in stories of joy, struggle, and identity by today's mo
Ages 12–18
