Top-rated books by Danny Shanahan
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Award winning
Young Gifted and Black: Meet 52 Black Heroes from Past and Present
Jamia Wilson, Andrea Pippins, 2018
64 pages
Why to read
Celebrates achievements of 52 inspiring Black leaders.
Empowers children with diverse role models and stories.
Enhances knowledge on historical and contemporary figures.
Boosts identity development and cultural awareness.
Young Gifted and Black: Meet 52 Black Heroes from Past and Present
Jamia Wilson, Andrea Pippins, 2018
Award winning
Malala, a Brave Girl from Pakistan/Iqbal, a Brave Boy from Pakistan
Jeanette Winter, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and advocacy in young readers.
Highlights real-life heroes, fostering relatability and admiration.
Encourages awareness of global issues and cultural understanding.
Supports development of empathy and moral values.
Malala, a Brave Girl from Pakistan/Iqbal, a Brave Boy from Pakistan
Jeanette Winter, 2014
Award winning
She Persisted: Claudette Colvin
Lesa Cline-Ransome, Chelsea Clinton, Alexandra Boiger, Gillian Flint, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of courage and determination.
Highlights significant historical events and figures.
Encourages resilience and standing up for justice.
Engaging narrative enhances reading and comprehension skills.
She Persisted: Claudette Colvin
Lesa Cline-Ransome, Chelsea Clinton, Alexandra Boiger, Gillian Flint, 2021
Award winning
Of Thee I Sing
Barack Obama, 2010
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates American heroes' traits, inspiring young minds.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, captivate children's imagination.
Empowers children with values of perseverance and respect.
Encourages family discussions about history and values.
Of Thee I Sing
Barack Obama, 2010
Award winning
100 African Americans Who Shaped American History: Incredible Stories of Black Heroes (Black History Books for Kids)
Chrisanne Beckner, 1995
128 pages
Why to read
Inspiring stories of Black heroes shaping American history.
Educational content that enhances children's historical awareness.
Encourages discussions on diversity and resilience.
Ideal for family reading and school projects.
100 African Americans Who Shaped American History: Incredible Stories of Black Heroes (Black History Books for Kids)
Chrisanne Beckner, 1995
Award winning
Ida B. Wells: Discovering History's Heroes
Diane Bailey, 2019
160 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Ida B. Wells' courageous story.
Highlights historical significance and social justice.
Encourages critical thinking and curiosity.
Suitable for advancing reading skills and focus.
Ida B. Wells: Discovering History's Heroes
Diane Bailey, 2019
Award winning
A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation
Barry Wittenstein, Jerry Pinkney, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Insightful exploration of historical civil rights moments.
Highlights perseverance and eloquence of Martin Luther King Jr.
Encourages discussions on justice and equality.
Inspirational read with powerful educational value.
A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation
Barry Wittenstein, Jerry Pinkney, 2018
Award winning
Child of the Civil Rights Movement
Paula Young Shelton, Raúl Colón, 2009
48 pages
Why to read
Illustrates key events in the Civil Rights Movement.
Inspires empathy and understanding through historical perspective.
Enhances awareness of social justice and equality.
Encourages family discussions on important societal issues.
