#1
Months on List: 1
A fun and engaging introduction to financial literacy for kids, exploring the history, language, and mechanics of money with humor and lively illustrations.
Priceless Facts About Money
by Mellody Hobson • Candlewick (October 1, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#2
Months on List: 8
A comprehensive, body-positive guide that empowers young girls to confidently navigate puberty, providing practical advice on physical changes, emotional management, social relations, and self-care routines.
Celebrate Your Body (and Its Changes, Too!): The Ultimate Puberty Book For Girls
by Sonya Renee Taylor • Rockridge Press (May 29, 2018) • 8 Months on List
#3
Months on List: 9
In her evocative memoir told through poetry, Jacqueline Woodson navigates her dual identity growing up in the racially charged 1960s and 1970s South Carolina and New York, capturing her struggle with literacy, discovery of the joy of story-writing, and her journey to self-awareness amidst the backdrop of the Civil Rights movement.
Brown Girl Dreaming
by Jacqueline Woodson • Nancy Paulsen Books (October 11, 2016) • 9 Months on List
#4
Months on List: 9
This book chronicles the life of a boy from Ohio who became an international basketball superstar, winning numerous championships, earning two Olympic gold medals, and achieving success in other fields like writing and acting.
Who Is Lebron James?
by Crystal Hubbard • Penguin Workshop (February 7, 2023) • 9 Months on List
#5
Months on List: 9
This book tells the true story of four African-American female mathematicians at NASA who significantly contributed to several crucial moments in the space program with their mathematical calculations.
Hidden Figures Young Readers’ Edition
by Margot Lee Shetterly • Harpercollins (November 29, 2016) • 9 Months on List
#6
Months on List: 9
<em>Dream Big, Little One</em> is a captivating board book adaptation of Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History, spotlighting 18 groundbreaking black women who have powerfully influenced American history and inspiring young readers to dream without limits and make their own positive impact on the world.
Dream Big, Little Leader
by Vashti Harrison • Lb Kids (October 16, 2018) • 9 Months on List
#7
Months on List: 3
An award-winning author celebrates black American history and resilience through a powerful poem, adorned with significant historical references and inspirational art, highlighting the trials of slavery, the spirit of the civil rights movement, and the triumphs of iconic heroes.
The Undefeated
by Kwame Alexander • Versify (April 2, 2019) • 3 Months on List
#8
Months on List: 1
An in-depth exploration of the life of a black seamstress from Alabama who defied segregation laws, sparking the civil rights movement.
Rosa
by Nikki Giovanni • Square Fish (December 26, 2007) • 1 Months on List
#9
Months on List: 9
This is the biography of an American singer, rising from humble beginnings in Texas, through her time as lead singer of one of the best-selling girl groups, to becoming an inspirational superstar and role model.
Beyonce: A Little Golden Book Biography
by Lavaille Lavette • Golden Books (January 3, 2023) • 9 Months on List
#10
Months on List: 1
This book is a biography for young readers that shares the riveting story of a philanthropist, superstar basketball player, and all-time leading scorer in the NBA.
Lebron James: A Little Golden Book Biography
by Shasta Clinch • Golden Books (September 3, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#11
Months on List: 3
<em>Heart and Soul</em> is a poignant and inspiring exploration of America and African Americans' history, told through the intimate narrative of a 100-year-old African-American woman, unveiling the courage, struggle, and triumphs that led to their freedom and equal rights, ultimately shaping the nation's commitment to liberty and justice.
Heart And Soul: The Story Of America And African Americans
by Kadir Nelson • Balzer & Bray/harperteen (December 23, 2013) • 3 Months on List
#12
Months on List: 1
This visually engaging and poetically written book, adorned with board pages, tributes the unique beauty and diversity of African American children through inspiring photographs and text.
Shades Of Black: A Celebration Of Our Children
by Sandra Pinkney • Scholastic Inc. (January 1, 2006) • 1 Months on List
#13
Months on List: 2
This is a story of a headlining musician's journey starting from his childhood in Tremé to becoming a bandleader at the tender age of six.
Trombone Shorty
by Troy Andrews • Abrams Books For Young Readers (April 14, 2015) • 2 Months on List
#14
Months on List: 1
In this award-winning autobiographical collection of vivid poems, celebrated author Jacqueline Woodson explores her Black childhood during the Civil Rights era, her struggles with reading, and the joy of finding her voice, painting a stirring picture of resilience and self-discovery in the face of adversity.
Brown Girl Dreaming
by Jacqueline Woodson • Nancy Paulsen Books (August 28, 2014) • 1 Months on List
#15
Months on List: 1
The book is a biographical representation of a younger actress who transformed from a Disney Channel star to an award-winning performer, recognized for her activism and influence in fashion.
Zendaya: A Little Golden Book Biography
by Lauren Clauss • Golden Books (September 3, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#16
Months on List: 7
This inspirational picture book tells the true story of four brilliant African American women who overcame racial and gender barriers, using their mathematical genius to help NASA successfully launch the first men into space.
Hidden Figures: The True Story Of Four Black Women And The Space Race
by Margot Lee Shetterly • Harpercollins (January 16, 2018) • 7 Months on List
#17
Months on List: 9
<em>The ABCs of Black History</em> is a captivating journey through the highs and lows of Black history and culture, revealing significant moments, influential figures, and powerful themes, all artfully framed within the format of an alphabetic guide.
The Abcs Of Black History
by Rio Cortez • Workman Publishing (December 8, 2020) • 9 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 3
<em>In </em>I Am Ruby Bridges,<em> six-year-old Ruby recounts her historic journey as the first Black child to integrate an all-white Louisiana school in 1960, magnifying the pivotal moment in the Civil Rights movement through her innocent, brave perspective, brought vividly to life through the emotive illustrations of NAACP-nominated artist, Nikkolas Smith.</em>
I Am Ruby Bridges
by Ruby Bridges • Orchard Books (September 6, 2022) • 3 Months on List
#19
Months on List: 3
A compelling account of young Blacks' experiences in key civil rights events such as Brown vs. Board of Education, the Montgomery bus boycott, and the sit-in movement.
Witnesses To Freedom: Young People Who Fought For Civil Rights
by Belinda Rochelle • Puffin Books (February 1, 1997) • 3 Months on List
#20
Months on List: 7
A kid-friendly introduction to Juneteenth, exploring its history, significance, and lasting impact through engaging storytelling and illustrations.
The History Of Juneteenth: A History Book For New Readers
by Arlisha Norwood • Rockridge Press (May 24, 2022) • 7 Months on List
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Methodology: Books are categorized and filtered for Black Authors by the African American Literature Book Club. This list is a sneak peek into the Black Book Accelerator initiative.
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