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Experiencing Racism
Books for Experiencing Racism
Books for Experiencing Racism – Wonderlit | Wonderlit
807 books
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Zulu Dog
Anton Ferreira
A three-legged puppy becomes the bridge between a Zulu boy and the daughter of a white farmer in this story of friendshi
Ages 9–13
A Group of One
Rachna Gilmore
For the teen navigating the tug-of-war between their family's heritage and their own modern identity while facing subtle
Ages 12–16
Dream, Annie, Dream
Waka T. Brown
For the child who has ever felt like they were being overlooked or unfairly judged, Annie's journey through the 1980s th
Ages 8–12
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Black Storm Comin'
Diane Lee Wilson
Colton braves the dangerous trails of the Pony Express in 1860, carrying a letter that could change the fate of a nation
Ages 10–14
Issues in Focus Today
Racial Profiling: From the Streets to the Checkpoints
Alison Marie Behnke
For the teen navigating a world where identity impacts safety, this guide explores the complex history and civil rights
Ages 12–18
Harbor Me
Jacqueline Woodson
For the child grappling with heavy world news or personal secrets, this story offers a safe space to explore the healing
Ages 10–14
I Rise
Marie Arnold
For the teenager grappling with systemic unfairness and finding the courage to speak out when someone they love is treat
Ages 12–18
Being LGBTQ in America
LGBTQ Discrimination in America
Duchess Harris, Kristin Marciniak
Understanding the intersection of Black American culture and LGBTQ identity is essential to grasping the full story of e
Ages 11–18
American Girl Historical Characters
Never Stop Singing
Denise Lewis Patrick
For the child learning to find their voice as a leader while navigating the complexities of making a difference in their
Ages 8–12
The Road to Paris
Nikki Grimes
Separated from her brother and placed with a new foster family, eight-year-old Paris must find the strength to trust aga
Ages 8–12
Fighting to Belong! #1
Fighting to Belong!: A Graphic Novel History of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
Amy Chu, Alexander Chang
For children exploring their roots or wondering about the history of their community, this graphic journey uncovers the
Ages 8–12
The Boys of San Joaquin #2
It Was September When We Ran Away the First Time
D. James Smith
Three boys in 1951 California see their summer plans vanish when their small community's deep-seated prejudices boil ove
Ages 8–12
Michael S. Bandy's Childhood Trilogy #3
Northbound: A Train Ride Out of Segregation
Michael S. Bandy, Eric Stein
A boy's magical first train ride from Alabama to Ohio turns confusing when his new friend is suddenly separated from him
Ages 6–9
American Girl Historical Characters
Meet Addy: An American Girl
Connie Porter
Experience different eras of the American past through the eyes of girls who face the challenges and joys of their speci
Ages 8–12
The Confessional
J.L. Powers
Six boys recount the brutal events leading to a fatal clash at a Texas high school where racial tensions and long-held g
Ages 14–18
How High the Moon
Karyn Parsons
Ella travels from 1944 South Carolina to Boston to find her mother, only to return home to a community shaken by a shock
Ages 8–12
Zara Hossain is Here
Sabina Khan
Zara tries to stay under the radar to protect her family’s visa, but a racist attack at school forces her to choose betw
Ages 14–18
The Logan Family Saga #2
The Well
Mildred D. Taylor
Shared water becomes a symbol of courage in 1900s Mississippi as David Logan's family faces racial tension by offering t
Ages 8–12
Cezanne Pinto: A Memoir
Mary Stolz
An elderly man looks back on his harrowing youth as an enslaved boy on a Virginia plantation and his daring escape towar
Ages 10–14
Burn Down, Rise Up
Vincent Tirado
For the teen processing the weight of their community's history or seeking the courage to protect a loved one when the w
Ages 14–18
Primary Source Explorations
The Little Rock Nine
Brian Krumm
Letters, photographs, and primary sources bring to life the powerful story of nine students standing at the center of th
Ages 8–12
Abuelita and Me
Leonarda Carranza
For children processing the confusion and hurt of seeing a loved one treated unfairly because of how they look or speak.
Ages 4–8
Martín de Porres: The Rose in the Desert
Gary D. Schmidt
Follow the inspiring life of Saint Martín de Porres as he uses faith and perseverance to overcome the hardships of racia
Ages 6–10
Forty-seven
Walter Mosley
Life under a brutal master feels hopeless for young 47 until he meets a mysterious runaway named Tall John who leads him
Ages 12–17
