Books like Many Thousand Gone: African Americans from Slavery to Freedom
Award winning
Wee Winnie Witch's Skinny
Virginia Hamilton, Barry Moser, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Captivates with magical adventures and whimsical storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary through engaging, age-appropriate language.
Encourages creativity and imaginative play in children.
Offers valuable moral lessons in a subtle manner.
Wee Winnie Witch's Skinny
Virginia Hamilton, Barry Moser, 2004
Award winning
Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales, and True Tales
Virginia Hamilton, Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon, 1995
128 pages
Why to read
Celebrates rich African American cultural heritage.
Encourages cultural awareness and diversity appreciation.
Stimulates imagination with engaging storytelling.
Fosters identity and belonging in young readers.
Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales, and True Tales
Virginia Hamilton, Leo Dillon, Diane Dillon, 1995
Award winning
Harriet Tubman
Dana Meachen Rau, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Illustrates courage and resilience through Harriet Tubman’s journey.
Empowers children with stories of bravery and leadership.
Encourages historical knowledge and awareness in young readers.
Supports discussions about freedom and human rights.
Harriet Tubman
Dana Meachen Rau, 2000
Award winning
Me and Muhammad Ali
Jabari Asim, A.G. Ford, AG Ford, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience and perseverance through engaging narratives.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse cultures.
Strengthens reading skills with captivating storytelling.
Supports emotional and social development effectively.
Me and Muhammad Ali
Jabari Asim, A.G. Ford, AG Ford, 2022
Award winning
The History of Juneteenth: A History Book for New Readers
Arlisha Norwood, Arlisha Norwood PhD, 2022
66 pages
Why to read
Educational insight on a significant historical event.
Fosters awareness and appreciation of cultural diversity.
Encourages discussions on freedom and equality.
Accessible narrative for young readers.
The History of Juneteenth: A History Book for New Readers
Arlisha Norwood, Arlisha Norwood PhD, 2022
Award winning
Life Doesn't Frighten Me (Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition)
Maya Angelou, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Sara Jane Boyers, 1993
40 pages
Why to read
Empowers children to face fears confidently.
Celebrates courage through captivating illustrations.
Encourages self-expression and resilience.
Reinforces literacy with rhythmic, engaging text.
Life Doesn't Frighten Me (Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition)
Maya Angelou, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Sara Jane Boyers, 1993
Award winning
Malcolm Little: The Boy Who Grew Up to Become Malcolm X
Ilyasah Shabazz, A.G. Ford, AG Ford, 2014
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires children through Malcolm X's transformative childhood.
Highlights resilience, leadership, and self-discovery.
Addresses historical context with age-appropriate storytelling.
Encourages discussions on equality and civil rights.
Malcolm Little: The Boy Who Grew Up to Become Malcolm X
Ilyasah Shabazz, A.G. Ford, AG Ford, 2014
Award winning
If You Lived When There Was Slavery In America
Anne Kamma, Pamela Johnson, 2004
64 pages
Why to read
Provides historical context in an accessible way for kids.
Encourages empathy and understanding of diverse experiences.
Supports conversations about freedom and human rights.
Enhances critical thinking about past and present societal issues.
