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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+
Monster Histories
Zombies
Bradley Cole
For the curious middle-grader fascinated by the spooky and the strange, this guide uncovers the real history behind the
Ages 8–12
What Was?
What Was the Turning Point of the Civil War?
Ellen T. Crenshaw
For the child curious about how history was captured before cameras were everywhere. This graphic novel brings the tensi
Ages 8–12
Life and Times
Tutankhamen
Brian Williams
Step inside the golden tomb of the boy king to see how Tutankhamen lived, ruled, and eventually changed our understandin
Ages 8–11
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12–18 yrs
341 books
Sense Pass King
Katrin Hyman Tchana
For the child who needs to know that intelligence and grace are more powerful than status or bullying by those in charge
Ages 5–9
Lincoln's Flying Spies
Gail Jarrow
A boy's passion for flight leads to the creation of massive observation balloons used by Union generals to spot enemy mo
Ages 10–14
Henry Ford and the Model T
Michael O'Hearn
The invention of the assembly line and the rise of the iconic Model T come to life in this fast-paced graphic history of
Ages 8–12
People of Pride: 25 Great LGBTQ Americans
Chase Clemesha
For the child who asks about the meaning of Pride or wants to see how people from all walks of life have changed the wor
Ages 5–9
Rainbow Revolutionaries
Sarah Prager
For the child curious about their community's past, this vibrant collection introduces fifty LGBTQ+ icons who changed hi
Ages 8–12
The Mouse Who Played Football
Brian Westbrook Sr., Lesley Van Arsdall
For the child who has been told they aren't big enough, fast enough, or strong enough to follow their biggest dreams.
Ages 4–8
Revolutionary Mary: The True Story of One Woman, the Declaration of Independence, and America's Fight for Freedom
Karen Blumenthal, Jen McCartney
For children discovering that history is full of hidden heroes. This inspiring biography reveals the woman who literally
Ages 4–8
Women In History for Kids
Top 10 Great Women In History
History for Kids
For the child who needs to see that one person's courage can change the world. These brief biographies inspire big dream
Ages 8–12
Little People, Big Dreams
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
María Isabel Sánchez Vegara
For the child who notices when things aren't fair and needs to see how quiet determination can change the world for ever
Ages 4–7
Brave Kids: True Stories from America's Past
Robert Henry Hendershot
Susan E. Goodman
Twelve-year-old drummer boy Robert Henry trades his quiet life for the Union Army and finds himself a hero at the Battle
Ages 6–8
It's Outta Here!: The Might and Majesty of the Home Run
Matt Doeden
Uncover the physics and history behind the long ball, from legendary stories and heavy-hitting statistics to the science
Ages 9–14
Marcus Stroman #2
The Grip
Marcus Stroman, Samantha Thornhill
A talented young pitcher faces his performance anxiety head-on and works with a professional to manage the pressure of t
Ages 8–12
Children's Musical Biographies
The Life and Music of Elvis Presley
For the child discovering a love for music or performing, this reader explores how a humble boy from Mississippi grew up
Ages 6–9
Shadows of Exile: Return of the African King
Momar Njai
For the teenager exploring their roots or navigating the heavy responsibility of leadership while finding their place in
Ages 12–18
Modern US History Explained
How The US Became One of the World's Superpowers
Baby Professor
For the student curious about why the United States plays such a big role on the global stage. This guide breaks down hi
Ages 7–10
Planting the Trees of Kenya: The Story of Wangari Maathai
Claire A. Nivola
For the child who wants to change the world but feels too small. See how one woman's simple act of planting seeds transf
Ages 5–10
CreativeSoul Photography
Greatness
Regis Bethencourt, Kahran Bethencourt
For the child who needs to see their own light reflected, this lyrical celebration uses striking portraits to affirm the
Ages 4–8
Sophia Scrooby Preserved
Martha Bacon
A young girl's journey takes her from an African village to American slavery and London fame as she searches for a famil
Ages 10–14
Pocket Bios #4
Nelson Mandela
Al Berenger
For the child curious about standing up against unfairness, this stylized biography explores how one leader's peaceful p
Ages 4–8
Basketball Superstars
Candace Parker
Mary R. Dunn
For the young sports fan who needs to see that hard work and passion can turn a childhood dream into a professional lega
Ages 6–9
The Chosen One: Triumphs of a Black Girl in the Ivy League
Echo Brown
For the teen feeling the weight of family expectations while navigating high-pressure spaces where they don't see themse
Ages 14–18
