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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+
A Storm Called Katrina
Myron Uhlberg
Ten-year-old Louis clings to his cornet for strength while his family seeks shelter in the Superdome during the peak of
Ages 7–11
Please Books #3
Giant Steps to Change the World
Spike Lee, Tonya Lewis Lee
Visionaries like Mother Teresa and Neil Armstrong offer wisdom on how small, thoughtful actions can lead to major change
Ages 4–8
The Making of America #2
Abraham Lincoln
Teri Kanefield
Archival photos and engravings reveal the real man behind the legends of the Civil War, documenting both his incredible
Ages 10–14
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12–18 yrs
341 books
A Big Dose of Lucky
Marthe Jocelyn
Malou leaves her orphanage behind on a journey to find her mother, discovering her own strength and embracing her identi
Ages 12–17
When I Crossed No-Bob
Margaret McMullan
Twelve-year-old Addy relies on her integrity and bravery to face poverty and violence in rural Mississippi during the Re
Ages 10–14
King of the Mound
Wes Tooke
Recovering from polio is a tough climb, but twelve-year-old Nick finds strength through his love of baseball and the wis
Ages 8–12
From Sea to Shining Sea: A Treasury of American Folklore and Folksongs
Amy Cohn
Tall tales, historic poems, and over 140 folk songs come together to paint a vibrant portrait of the many people who bui
Ages 6–12
Sylvia & Miz Lula Maye #2
Sometimey Friend
Pansie Hart Flood
A supportive great-grandmother helps eleven-year-old Sylvia settle into a new environment and discover what it means to
Ages 8–12
Instant Help Solutions
The Self-Love Revolution: Radical Body Positivity for Girls of Color
Virgie Tovar
Societal standards often weigh heavy, but self-love is a radical act. Interactive exercises and personal stories offer a
Ages 12–18
Calling the Moon: 16 Period Stories from BIPOC Authors
Aida Salazar, Yamile Saied Méndez
Sixteen diverse voices come together to share the raw emotions and cultural traditions that surround the transition into
Ages 8–12
Singing with Momma Lou
Linda Jacobs Altman
Nine-year-old Tamika uses the power of music and history to reach through her grandmother's Alzheimer's and spark a prec
Ages 5–9
Alan and His Perfectly Pointy Impossibly Perpendicular Pinky
Alan Page, Kamie Page
Judge Alan Page visits his old school to share the story behind his uniquely crooked finger and the life of a profession
Ages 6–10
Whoosh! Lonnie Johnson's Super-Soaking Stream of Inventions
Chris Barton
A cooling mistake in a laboratory leads to the accidental creation of the Super Soaker, the most powerful water blaster
Ages 7–10
Anya Goes to Jamaica
Nikko M. Fungchung
For the child preparing for their first big trip or curious about their roots, this vibrant journey celebrates the joy o
Ages 3–8
The Invincible Summer of Juniper Jones
Daven McQueen
A biracial teenager sent to live with white relatives in 1955 Mississippi confronts the harsh and violent realities of t
Ages 14–18
The Black Rose Called Chante'
Chante' Cataleya Ndlovu
For the child navigating a big move or wondering how to stay true to themselves in a new place. A gentle guide to findin
Ages 5–10
Thee Childrens Book of Creation in black and white
Ras Lij T Makonnen Woldemikheal Gudussa
For the child exploring their spiritual identity through a Pan-African lens, this coloring book brings the biblical crea
Ages 4–9
Faded Red Beads
Monica Hargrave
For the child adjusting to a big move or seeking to understand their place in a complicated world. Discover how family h
Ages 8–12
Children of the Red Earth
Michael Ukwuma
For the child curious about West African heritage and the power of ancestral roots, this vibrant journey explores commun
Ages 6–10
Little Golden Books
Billy Porter
Phil Stamper
For the child who feels different or loves the spotlight, this biography celebrates the power of being your authentic se
Ages 8–12
Superheroes Just Like Our Legends
A E Pattion
For the child who loves Marvel or DC but wants to see themselves and their history in the heroes they admire. Connects m
Ages 6–11
Little Golden Book Biography
Harry Belafonte
Lavaille Lavette
For the child discovering that music can change the world: an inspiring look at how one man used his voice to sing songs
Ages 2–5
Malik's Magic African Alphabet Hat
Malik Adunni, Oni Adunni
For the child curious about their roots or the world, this vibrant journey uses the alphabet to turn a geography lesson
Ages 3–7
Racial Justice in America: Asian American Pacific Islander
What Is Asian-Black Solidarity?
Virginia Loh-Hagan
For the middle-grade student curious about social justice: discover the powerful history and ongoing impact of Asian and
Ages 9–13
