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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+
Our White House: Looking In, Looking Out
David McCullough
For the curious child asking about the leaders of our country and the house they live in, this anthology brings American
Ages 8–14
From Another World
Ana Maria Machado
For the child grappling with the reality of unfairness in history, this haunting yet hopeful tale uses a ghostly visitor
Ages 8–12
Count on Us: American Women in the Military
Amy Nathan
For the young reader inspired by trail-blazing women, this history chronicles the courage and determination of female so
Ages 10–18
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341 books
On My Own Folklore
Anansi and the Box of Stories
Stephen Krensky
A clever spider uses his wit and mischief to defy the social order. These traditional Akan folk tales celebrate the powe
Ages 5–9
A is for Activist #1
A is for Activist
Innosanto Nagara
For parents who want to introduce big ideas about fairness, community, and standing up for others through a playful, rhy
Ages 0–4
Little People, Big Dreams #38
Nelson Mandela
María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
For the child noticing unfairness on the playground or asking big questions about justice, this gentle biography introdu
Ages 4–7
Little People, Big Dreams
Amanda Gorman
María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
For the child who feels self-conscious about their voice or struggles with a speech impediment, this story shows how cha
Ages 4–7
Little People, Big Dreams
Stevie Wonder
María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
For the child who loves to make noise and the dreamer who sees the world through sound, this story follows a boy who tur
Ages 4–7
Little People, Big Dreams
Kamala Harris
María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
For the child who wonders how they can make a difference in the world. This inspiring biography shows how a young girl's
Ages 4–7
America Alive: A History
Jean Karl
Follow the timeline of the United States as it evolves from early settlements to the late twentieth century.
Ages 8–12
All Shook Up!
Barry Denenberg
The electrifying life of Elvis Presley takes center stage, highlighting how his unique sound and style transformed globa
Ages 10–14
A Sky Full of Song #1
Skating with the Statue of Liberty
Susan Lynn Meyer
After fleeing occupied France for New York in 1942, young Gustave realizes that even in a new land, he must face the dif
Ages 9–13
Cashay
Margaret McMullan
Cashay relies on her sharp mind and inner strength to forge a new path while growing up in a challenging Chicago housing
Ages 12–17
Liberian Folktales
The Talking Vegetables
Won-Ldy Paye, Margaret H. Lippert
Spider expects a tasty harvest, but the garden has other plans. This Liberian tale uses bright gouache art to show why e
Ages 4–8
Mama Mable's All-Gal Big Band Jazz Extravaganza!
Annie Sieg
While men were away at war, these talented women grabbed their instruments and took center stage to keep the music playi
Ages 4–8
Singled Out: The True Story of Glenn Burke, the First Openly Gay MLB Player and Inventor of the High Five
Andrew Maraniss
Follow the life of the trailblazing Dodgers outfielder who invented the high five and faced systemic prejudice as the fi
Ages 12–18
The Antiracist Kid: A Book About Identity, Justice, and Activism
Tiffany Jewell
Power, bias, and identity come into focus through bold illustrations that help young advocates understand how to build a
Ages 6–10
Grandma's Purse
Vanessa Brantley-Newton
Every visit from Grandma Mimi is a treasure hunt. Peek inside her purse to find the objects and stories that connect a l
Ages 3–7
The Daily Life of Muslims during The Largest Empire in History
Baby Professor
Military service, manual labor, and massive revolts define the complex lives and social hierarchies of people within the
Ages 9–12
Dear Dad: Growing Up With a Parent in Prison -- and How We Stayed Connected
Jay Jay Patton, Kiara Valdez
Jay Jay Patton shares her true story of using technology and determination to maintain a bond with her father during his
Ages 8–12
The Legend of Gravity: A Tall Basketball Tale
Charly Palmer
A neighborhood basketball team embarks on an amazing season defined by teamwork and unsung heroes in this tall tale illu
Ages 4–8
Maggie's Amerikay
Barbara Timberlake Russell
In the bustling streets of 1900s New Orleans, a newly arrived Irish girl and a local Black boy discover they both have b
Ages 6–10
Into the Streets: A Young Person's Visual History of Protest in the United States
Marke Bieschke
Ordinary people hold the power to change laws by taking to the streets, using marches and protests to fight for their be
Ages 12–18
Harlem Grown: How One Big Idea Transformed a Neighborhood
Tony Hillery
A trash-filled lot becomes a blooming vegetable garden when a teacher and his students decide to grow something new in t
Ages 4–8
