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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
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Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice
Phillip Hoose
Fifteen-year-old Claudette Colvin refuses to give up her bus seat in Montgomery, sparking a movement in this account bas
Ages 12–18
Night Boat to Freedom
Margot Theis Raven
Young Christmas John uses a small boat to ferry runaway slaves across the river to freedom, guided by the secret meaning
Ages 6–10
All Because You Matter
Tami Charles
This rhythmic, lyrical anthem serves as a powerful reminder to children that their worth is absolute and their heritage
Ages 4–9
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341 books
Come Juneteenth
Ann Rinaldi
For the young reader processing the weight of historical secrets, this novel explores the painful betrayal of a family w
Ages 12–17
Dissected Lives
African American Leaders Fight for Freedom
Dissected Lives
The American civil rights movement achieved landmark legal protections through years of nonviolent protest, civil disobe
Ages 9–12
The Port Chicago 50: Disaster, Mutiny, and the Fight for Civil Rights
Steve Sheinkin
After a deadly explosion at a naval base, fifty Black sailors face a trial for mutiny when they refuse to return to work
Ages 10–14
A Sweet Smell of Roses
Angela Johnson
Two young girls slip out of their home to join a historic march, capturing the courageous spirit of children during the
Ages 4–8
Who Owns the Sun?
Stacy Chbosky
A young boy wonders at the beauty of nature while learning a difficult lesson about the dignity of the human spirit and
Ages 6–12
Bat Boy and His Violin, The
Gavin Curtis
For the child who feels pressured to choose between different passions or who feels like they don't quite fit their fami
Ages 4–9
Wings of Valor
Kirsten Dickson
The Tuskegee Airmen made history in the skies of WWII, earning three Distinguished Unit Citations as the first African-A
Ages 8–12
I Saw Your Face
Kwame Dawes
For children beginning to explore their place in a global community, this poetic journey celebrates the shared beauty an
Ages 5–10
People in the News
Coretta Scott King
Anne Wallace Sharp
For the young reader curious about the women who shaped history, this biography explores Coretta Scott King's life as a
Ages 10–15
The Red Rose Box
Brenda Woods
For the child exploring what freedom feels like while navigating the realities of a segregated past and the warmth of ex
Ages 8–12
Way Past Cool
Jess Mowry
On the tough streets of West Oakland, thirteen-year-old Gordon leads his gang through a world of danger where loyalty an
Ages 14–18
Odetta: The Queen of Folk
Samantha Thornhill
Trace the powerful life of Odetta, whose incredible voice rose from the Jim Crow South to become a defining force in the
Ages 4–8
We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball
Kadir Nelson
Luminous paintings bring the legendary players and rich culture of Negro League baseball to life in this celebration of
Ages 8–14
Black Men in Science
Bryan Patrick Avery
For the child who loves to ask how things work and needs to see that their biggest dreams are possible, no matter the ob
Ages 8–12
Butterflies Adventure
Pamela Malcolm
For the child curious about leaders who fought for justice and the power of personal transformation through faith and ed
Ages 7–12
A Wreath for Emmett Till
Marilyn Nelson
A sophisticated wreath of poems honors the memory of fourteen-year-old Emmett Till and his pivotal role in the American
Ages 12–18
Zack
William Bell
For the teen exploring their heritage or feeling disconnected from their family history. Zack embarks on a secret journe
Ages 12–16
Sweet Potato Pie
Kathleen D. Lindsey
For the family facing tough times together, this story shows how creativity, hard work, and a secret family recipe can t
Ages 5–10
Crow
Barbara Wright
For the child grappling with the realization that the world isn't always fair, this story explores finding your voice am
Ages 10–14
Biographies for Kids
All About Rosa Parks
Baby Professor
One woman's refusal to give up her seat on a bus sparks a movement that changes the course of American history forever.
Ages 6–9
Just Jerry: How Drawing Shaped My Life
Jerry Pinkney
Against a backdrop of segregation and learning struggles, a young boy finds a quiet sanctuary in his sketchbook on his w
Ages 8–14
