Books like The Faith of Elijah Cummings: The North Star of Equal Justice
Award winning
All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford, Ashley Evans, Listening Library, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspiring journey of Ketanji Brown Jackson's rise to success.
Highlights perseverance, ambition, and self-belief.
Educational content about the U.S. judicial system.
Empowers children to dream big and work hard.
All Rise: The Story of Ketanji Brown Jackson
Carole Boston Weatherford, Ashley Evans, Listening Library, 2023
Award winning
Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
Carole Boston Weatherford, Floyd Cooper, 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, Floyd Cooper, 2021
Award winning
Freedom in Congo Square
Carole Boston Weatherford, R. Gregory Christie, 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, R. Gregory Christie, 2016
Award winning
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul
Carole Boston Weatherford, Frank Morrison, 2020
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates Aretha Franklin's impactful life and career.
Inspires children with strong, influential female role model.
Encourages respect and determination through engaging storytelling.
Beautiful illustrations complement powerful narrative.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul
Carole Boston Weatherford, Frank Morrison, 2020
Award winning
The Legendary Miss Lena Horne
Carole Boston Weatherford, Elizabeth Zunon, 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, Elizabeth Zunon, 2017
Award winning
Standing in the Need of Prayer: A Modern Retelling of the Classic Spiritual
Carole Boston Weatherford, Frank Morrison, Listening Library, 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, Frank Morrison, Listening Library, 2022
Award winning
In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers
Folami Abiade, Carole Boston Weatherford, Dinah Johnson, Various Poets, Javaka Steptoe, 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.
In Daddy's Arms I Am Tall: African Americans Celebrating Fathers
Folami Abiade, Carole Boston Weatherford, Dinah Johnson, Various Poets, Javaka Steptoe, 1997
Award winning
Before John Was a Jazz Giant
Carole Boston Weatherford, Sean Qualls, 2022
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.
