Books like Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom
Award winning
Thunder Rose
Jerdine Nolen, Kadir Nelson, 2003
32 pages
Why to read
Empowers young readers with themes of resilience and strength.
Stimulates imagination with vivid narrative and unique characters.
Encourages creativity and inventive problem-solving skills.
Promotes family bonding through shared reading moments.
Thunder Rose
Jerdine Nolen, Kadir Nelson, 2003
Award winning
The Legendary Miss Lena Horne
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2017
48 pages
Why to read
Inspiring biography of trailblazer Lena Horne.
Encourages resilience and pursuing dreams.
Highlights historical challenges and triumphs.
Empowers children through real-life role models.
The Legendary Miss Lena Horne
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2017
Award winning
I Have a Dream (Book & CD)
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., 1973
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring message from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s speech.
Encourages equality, peace, and understanding.
Includes CD with original speech audio.
Suitable for teaching historical context and values.
I Have a Dream (Book & CD)
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., 1973
Award winning
Before John Was a Jazz Giant
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2008
32 pages
Why to read
Explores the early inspirations of jazz legend John Coltrane.
Illustrations and text evoke the soundscape of Coltrane's world.
Encourages musical exploration and appreciation in young readers.
Supports understanding of historical cultural influences in music.
Before John Was a Jazz Giant
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2008
Award winning
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Educates on historical events through narrative storytelling.
Addresses complex themes with age-appropriate language.
Encourages awareness and understanding of racial history.
Supports discussions on equality and human rights.
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2021
Award winning
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Modern retelling enhances connection to historical spiritual song.
Stunning illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Fosters cultural awareness and historical understanding.
Encourages family discussions on faith and resilience.
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
Award winning
Freedom in Congo Square
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2016
34 pages
Why to read
Celebrates resilience through rhythmic, lyrical storytelling.
Highlights historical significance of Congo Square.
Encourages cultural awareness and appreciation.
Supports development of empathy and social understanding.
Freedom in Congo Square
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2016
Award winning
In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers
Folami Abiade, Carole Boston Weatherford, Dinah Johnson, Various Poets, 1997
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates African American fathers through engaging poetry.
Enhances understanding of diverse familial experiences.
Strengthens father-child relationships with heartwarming stories.
Supports emotional and social development for children.
