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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+
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur #1
Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur: The Beginning
Amy Reeder, Brandon Montclare
For the clever child who feels like an outsider because of their big brain, this story celebrates finding friendship and
Ages 8–12
My First Shona Picture Books #1
My First Shona Actions & Verbs
Aneni S.
For families looking to bridge cultural gaps and introduce toddlers to Shona through everyday play, movement, and vibran
Ages 0–5
My American Story
How My Vote Counts
Jennifer Kaul
For the child curious about how a single person can make a difference in their community and the history behind our righ
Ages 7–9
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12–18 yrs
341 books
There's a Dead Person Following My Sister Around
Vivian Vande Velde
Ted’s life gets complicated when his five-year-old sister starts chatting with two female ghosts who have appeared in th
Ages 8–12
My First Shona Picture Books #2
My First Shona Body Parts
Aneni S.
For families looking to connect with Zimbabwean roots, this bilingual guide helps little ones name their nose, toes, and
Ages 0–5
Little & Lion
Brandy Colbert
Suzette returns home to face complicated feelings for her brother's crush while trying to support him through a deepenin
Ages 14–18
Annie #1
The Baby Grand, the Moon in July, & Me
Joyce Annette Barnes
For the child who loves to watch a sibling chase a dream, even when money is tight and the world is changing rapidly.
Ages 8–12
The Cay #2
Timothy of the Cay
Theodore Taylor
Following his rescue from a Caribbean island, blind Phillip seeks a medical miracle while alternating chapters reveal th
Ages 10–14
Art of Protest: Creating, Discovering, and Activating Art for Your Revolution
De Nichols
Memorable posters and striking symbols reveal how artists use color and typography to spark revolutions and speak truth
Ages 10–14
Soulfire
Lorri Hewett
The bond between cousins Todd and Ezekiel is tested when one of them decides to take a dangerous, solo stand against gan
Ages 12–17
Always My Dad
Sharon Dennis Wyeth
A young girl cherishes every moment of a special summer spent with her brothers and her father at their grandparents' fa
Ages 5–9
Corpse Talk
Ground-breaking Rebels
Adam Murphy
For the child who asks why the world is the way it is, this hilarious graphic novel introduces history's boldest rule-br
Ages 8–12
Who Was?
Who Was Bob Marley?
Katie Ellison
For the child who loves music or wants to understand how one person can change the world through songs of peace, justice
Ages 8–12
Little People, Big Dreams #53
Michelle Obama
María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
For the child who needs to know that hard work and staying true to yourself can lead to big things, from the neighborhoo
Ages 4–7
Paradise on Fire
Jewell Parker Rhodes
A summer wilderness program in California turns into a fight for survival when Addy and her friends must outrun a devast
Ages 8–12
Suffragette: The Battle for Equality
David Roberts
Witness the ferocious fight for the vote through stunning portraits and stories of the heroes who faced imprisonment and
Ages 10–14
Up Close #1
Robert F. Kennedy
Marc Aronson
For the reader who feels small or overlooked, this biography traces how a shy boy grew into a compassionate leader who f
Ages 10–15
Allegedly
Tiffany D. Jackson
For the teen processing the weight of social labels and systemic bias. A gripping mystery about a girl fighting to recla
Ages 14–18
Magic Trash: A Story of Tyree Guyton and His Art
J. H. Shapiro
For the child who sees treasure in the recycling bin or wants to know how one person can improve a neighborhood. A vibra
Ages 5–9
Armstrong & Charlie
Steven B. Frank
Ten students are bussed to a new school during 1970s desegregation, sparking a year of unexpected challenges and a life-
Ages 10–14
Emancipation Proclamation: Lincoln and the Dawn of Liberty
Tonya Bolden
For the student exploring the complexities of American history: this detailed guide uses primary sources to reveal the i
Ages 10–15
Notes From a Young Black Chef: A Memoir (Adapted for Young Adults)
Kwame Onwuachi with Joshua David Stein
Kwame Onwuachi shares his difficult rise from the Bronx to the heights of fine dining, navigating racism and poverty to
Ages 12–18
Let Me Hear a Rhyme
Tiffany D. Jackson
For the teenager grappling with the sudden loss of a friend while facing the complex realities of systemic injustice and
Ages 14–18
German Calendar, No December
Sylvia Ofili
Olivia struggles to find her place in Lagos and Hamburg until she meets other immigrants who understand the complexity o
Ages 12–18
