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Martin Luther King, Jr.
PUBLISHER: Lightbox He was a husband, a father, a preacher - and the preeminent leader of a movement that continues to transform America and the world. Martin Luther King, Jr. was one of the twentieth century's most influential men and...
$22.99
Harriet Tubman
PUBLISHER: Lightbox The definitive biography of one of the most courageous women in American history "reveals Harriet Tubman to be even more remarkable than her legend" (Newsday).Celebrated for her exploits as a conductor on the Underground Railroad, Harriet Tubman has...
$22.99
Flying Free: How Bessie Coleman's Dreams Took Flight
PUBLISHER: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers Based on Karyn Parson's critically acclaimed Sweet Blackberry video series comes the story of Bessie Coleman, the first African American female to earn her pilot's license. Before Bessie Coleman blazed a high trail...
$18.99
Rosa Parks
PUBLISHER: Lightbox Rosa Parks is best known for the day she refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery, Alabama, bus boycott. Yet there is much more to her story than this one act of...
$22.99
Swish!: The Slam-Dunking, Alley-Ooping, High-Flying Harlem Globetrotters
PUBLISHER: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers The true story of the high-flying Harlem Globetrotters -- the team that changed basketball forever.In this book you will find one-finger ball-spinning, rapid-fire mini-dribbling, and a ricochet head shot! You will find skilled...
$17.99
One Step Further: My Story of Math, the Moon, and a Lifelong Mission
PUBLISHER: National Geographic Kids A 2021 Publishers Weekly Black History Month pick!This inspirational picture book reveals what is was like for a young black mother of three to navigate the difficult world of the 1950s and 60s and to succeed...
$17.99
Dark Was the Night: Blind Willie Johnson's Journey to the Stars
PUBLISHER: Nancy Paulsen Books The poignant story of Blind Willie Johnson--the legendary Texas musician whose song "Dark Was the Night" was included on the Voyager I space probe's Golden RecordWillie Johnson was born in 1897, and from the beginning he loved to...
$17.99
Carter Reads the Newspaper: The Story of Carter G. Woodson, Founder of Black History Month
PUBLISHER: Peachtree Publishing Company Essential Black History Reading The first-ever picture book biography of Carter G. Woodson, the Father of Black History Month Carter G. Woodson Book Award (Honor Book), NCSSParents’ Choice Silver Honor AwardChicago Public Library Best of the...
$8.99
Neil Degrasse Tyson
PUBLISHER: Norwood House Press
"Describes the life and work of Neil deGrasse Tyson, an astrophysicist, writer, and public advocate for science"--
$10.60
William Still and His Freedom Stories: The Father of the Underground Railroad
PUBLISHER: Peachtree Publishing Company From Ezra Jack Keats Award-winning author-illustrator Don Tate comes a remarkable picture book biography of William Still, known as Father of the Underground Railroad. Essential for black history collections. ★ “Brings deserved attention to the life...
$18.99
Marian Anderson
PUBLISHER: Pebble Books
How much do you know about Marian Anderson? Find out the facts you need to know about this singer. You’ll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.
$29.32
Crispus Attucks
PUBLISHER: Pebble Books How much do you know about Crispus Attucks? Find out the facts you need to know about the first person killed in America's fight for independence. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of...
$29.32
Sojourner Truth
PUBLISHER: Pebble Books
How much do you know about Sojourner Truth? Find out the facts you need to know about this women's rights activist. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.
$29.32
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
PUBLISHER: Pebble Books Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebrates the life of the civil rights movement leader. Some people observe the day by singing, reading, or watching movies about him. Others volunteer in their community or make peace-inspired crafts. Readers...
$29.32
She Persisted: Claudette Colvin
PUBLISHER: Philomel Books Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!In this chapter book biography by award-winning author...
$14.99
She Persisted: Harriet Tubman
PUBLISHER: Philomel Books Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!In this chapter book biography by bestselling and...
$14.99
She Persisted: Florence Griffith Joyner
PUBLISHER: Philomel Books Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!In this chapter book biography by Rita Williams-Garcia,...
$14.99
Lizzo
PUBLISHER: PowerKids Press Singer, rapper, classically trained flutist, and body-positivity advocate. This biography follows Lizzo's meteoric rise from self-proclaimed band geek to Time's 2019 Entertainer of the Year. Lizzo and her music have inspired people everywhere to accept themselves for...
$23.60
Chadwick Boseman
PUBLISHER: PowerKids Press Actor Chadwick Boseman has starred in many films, portraying notably strong characters including baseball legend Jackie Robinson and superhero Black Panther. Even though Boseman's film career didn't start until he was in his 30s, he has worked...
$23.60
Tessa Thompson
PUBLISHER: PowerKids Press Tessa Thompson is an actress, outspoken feminist, activist, and singer-songwriter. She's best known for her role as Valkyrie in the Thor movies and Agent M in Men in Black: International. In her younger years, Thompson didn't see...
$23.60
Patrick Mahomes
PUBLISHER: PowerKids Press By the time Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was 24 years old, he'd already shown the world how to play and lead like a superstar. After achieving early success playing college football and baseball, Mahomes has...
$23.60
Zendaya
PUBLISHER: PowerKids Press Few actors can go by one name. Zendaya is one of them. Born Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman, she first found success on the Disney Channel. She continued to act in television shows and made the leap to...
$8.25
The Faith of Elijah Cummings: The North Star of Equal Justice
PUBLISHER: Random House Studio Congressman and civil rights advocate Elijah Cummings dedicated his life to public service. This comprehensive and visually stunning biography details his humble beginnings and unwavering faith as he waged an endless battle for truth, justice, and...
$17.99
The Highest Tribute: Thurgood Marshall's Life, Leadership, and Legacy
PUBLISHER: Quill Tree Books A brilliant picture book biography about Thurgood Marshall, who fought for equality during the Civil Rights Movement and served as the first Black justice on the Supreme Court, from Coretta Scott King Honor winners Kekla Magoon...
$17.99
The Story of Barack Obama: A Biography Book for New Readers
PUBLISHER: Rockridge Press Help kids ages 6 to 9 discover the life of Barack Obama―a story about hope, change, and breaking down barriers Barack Obama became the first African American president of the United States. Before he made history fighting...
$6.99
We Wait for the Sun
PUBLISHER: Roaring Brook Press A beautiful and uplifting non-fiction picture book from Katie McCabe and trailblazing civil rights lawyer and activist Dovey Johnson Roundtree, We Wait for the Sun.In the hour before dawn, Dovey Mae and Grandma Rachel step into the...
$18.99
Stompin' at the Savoy: How Chick Webb Became the King of Drums
PUBLISHER: Sleeping Bear Press Though a disability stunted his growth and left him with a hunched back, William Henry "Chick" Webb did not let that get in the way of his musical pursuits. Even as a young child, Chick saw...
$16.99
Tani's New Home: A Refugee Finds Hope and Kindness in America
PUBLISHER: Thomas Nelson Tani Adewumi's moving true story of immigrating to America, developing his talent for chess, and finding a new home will inspire families looking for stories of hope and kindness. Tani was just six years old when he...
$17.99
The Secret Life of an Insta-Baddie
Publisher : Author Jai Love (April 28, 2021) Language : English Paperback : 260 pages ISBN-10 : 0578785099 ISBN-13 : 978-0578785097 Item Weight : 11.8 ounces Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.65 x 8.5...
$13.99
Ratchet Tales of a Housewife
Supplier: Bookbaby This book is about a housewife, Rhia who becomes bored in her marriage and everyday life. In her newfound search to find herself she finds more than she bargained for. She meets a younger man, Dre who opens...
$19.99