Books about Slavery
Award winning
Almost to Freedom
Vaunda Micheaux Nelson, Colin Bootman, 2003
40 pages
Why to read
Vividly portrays a young girl's journey to freedom.
Illustrates resilience and hope amidst adversity.
Encourages empathy and understanding of historical struggles.
Supports discussions about bravery and history.

Almost to Freedom
Vaunda Micheaux Nelson, Colin Bootman, 2003
Award winning
Cinderella of the Nile
Beverley Naidoo, Marjan Vafaeian, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant retelling of the oldest known Cinderella story.
Enhances cultural awareness and historical understanding.
Stimulates empathy and moral development.
Rich, engaging narrative fosters language skills.

Cinderella of the Nile
Beverley Naidoo, Marjan Vafaeian, 2018
Award winning
A Day for Rememberin': Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day
Leah Henderson, Floyd Cooper, 2020
40 pages
Why to read
Enhances historical understanding through engaging storytelling.
Inspires empathy and respect for cultural milestones.
Encourages curiosity about historical events and significance.
Illustrated narrative fosters visual learning and retention.

A Day for Rememberin': Inspired by the True Events of the First Memorial Day
Leah Henderson, Floyd Cooper, 2020
Award winning
Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave
Laban Carrick Hill, Bryan Collier, 2010
40 pages
Why to read
Rich historical narrative enhances cultural knowledge.
Inspires creativity through pottery and poetry.
Addresses themes of resilience and freedom.
Engaging and emotionally powerful storytelling.

Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave
Laban Carrick Hill, Bryan Collier, 2010
Award winning
Show Way
Jacqueline Woodson, Hudson Talbott, Weston Woods, 2005
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience through historical and personal journey.
Enhances understanding of heritage and familial ties.
Encourages empowerment through crafting and storytelling.
Fosters emotional connection to past generations.

Show Way
Jacqueline Woodson, Hudson Talbott, Weston Woods, 2005
Award winning
Androcles and the Lion
Emory Hatchem Michael, George Bernard Shaw, 1912
92 pages
Why to read
Promotes kindness and empathy through engaging storytelling.
Inspires courage and moral values in young readers.
Fosters emotional development and interpersonal understanding.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Androcles and the Lion
Emory Hatchem Michael, George Bernard Shaw, 1912
Award winning
Words Set Me Free
Lesa Cline-Ransome, James E. Ransome, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Chronicles life-transforming power of literacy and self-expression.
Highlights historical figure Frederick Douglass' inspiring journey.
Encourages perseverance and the value of education.
Supports development of empathy and historical awareness.

Words Set Me Free
Lesa Cline-Ransome, James E. Ransome, 2012
Award winning
Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom
Carole Boston Weatherford, Kadir Nelson, 2006
48 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story
Historical significance
Beautiful illustrations
Educational content
