Explore Great Black Performers: Discover similar reads
Award winning
She Sang for India: How M.S. Subbulakshmi Used Her Voice for Change
Suma Subramaniam, Shreya Gupta, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires with M.S. Subbulakshmi's impactful life story.
Highlights the power of art in social change.
Encourages cultural appreciation and historical awareness.
Empowers young readers to use their voice positively.
She Sang for India: How M.S. Subbulakshmi Used Her Voice for Change
Suma Subramaniam, Shreya Gupta, 2022
Award winning
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey, 2023
56 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage and diversity.
Enhances vocabulary through dynamic, lyrical prose.
Encourages empathy and understanding among young readers.
Inspires creativity and self-expression.
There Was a Party for Langston
Jason Reynolds, Jarrett Pumphrey, Jerome Pumphrey, 2023
Award winning
Muddy: The Story of Blues Legend Muddy Waters
Michael James Mahin, Evan Turk, 2017
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates musical legend Muddy Waters' life and achievements.
Inspires children through perseverance and passion themes.
Illustrations vividly depict the era of the blues.
Encourages musical exploration and historical appreciation.
Muddy: The Story of Blues Legend Muddy Waters
Michael James Mahin, Evan Turk, 2017
Award winning
When the Beat Was Born: DJ Kool Herc and the Creation of Hip Hop
Laban Carrick Hill, Theodore Taylor III, 2013
32 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story about the origins of hip hop culture.
Introduces DJ Kool Herc, a pioneering music figure.
Encourages musical creativity and history appreciation.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging narrative.
When the Beat Was Born: DJ Kool Herc and the Creation of Hip Hop
Laban Carrick Hill, Theodore Taylor III, 2013
Award winning
Sing, Aretha, Sing!
Hanif Abdurraqib, Ashley Evans, OrangeSky Audio, Angel Moore Choyce, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring journey of Aretha Franklin's rise to fame.
Encourages musical appreciation and historical insight.
Empowers young readers through strong, influential role model.
Stimulates discussions on perseverance and self-belief.
Sing, Aretha, Sing!
Hanif Abdurraqib, Ashley Evans, OrangeSky Audio, Angel Moore Choyce, 2022
Award winning
Danza!: Amalia Hernández and El Ballet Folklórico de México
Duncan Tonatiuh, 2017
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Inspires with Amalia Hernández's historical achievements.
Stunning illustrations enhance the engaging narrative.
Encourages interest in dance and performing arts.
Danza!: Amalia Hernández and El Ballet Folklórico de México
Duncan Tonatiuh, 2017
Award winning
The Negro Speaks of Rivers
Langston Hughes, E.B. Lewis, 2009
32 pages
Why to read
Explores rich African-American historical and cultural heritage.
Encourages appreciation for poetry and lyrical storytelling.
Stimulates discussions on diversity and historical perspectives.
Beautiful, evocative illustrations complementing the poetic text.
The Negro Speaks of Rivers
Langston Hughes, E.B. Lewis, 2009
Award winning
Good King Wenceslas
John Mason Neale, Christopher Manson, J. M. Neale, 1853
26 pages
Why to read
Inspiring tale promoting kindness and generosity.
Historical setting enriches cultural knowledge.
Encourages empathy and moral development.
Vivid illustrations complement engaging narrative.
