#1
Months on List: 3
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) • 3 Months on List
#2
Months on List: 3
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) • 3 Months on List
#3
Months on List: 11
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) • 11 Months on List
#4
Months on List: 11
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) • 11 Months on List
#5
Months on List: 10
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) • 10 Months on List
#6
Months on List: 11
<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) • 11 Months on List
#7
Months on List: 11
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) • 11 Months on List
#8
Months on List: 3
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) • 3 Months on List
#9
Months on List: 5
<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) • 5 Months on List
#10
Months on List: 9
In this stunning picture book, a young student delves into her family's ancestral past, tracing their journey from Africa to America, their resilience in surviving slavery, and their enduring spirit of hope, portrayed through lyrical verses by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Nikole Hannah-Jones and Newbery honor-winning Renée Watson, adorned with striking illustrations by Nikkolas Smith.
Born On The Water: The 1619 Project
by Nikole Hannah-jones And Renée Watson • Kokila (November 16, 2021) • 9 Months on List
#11
Months on List: 1
<em>Reaching for the Moon</em> is the inspiring autobiography of Katherine Johnson, an African American NASA mathematician who overcame racism and sexism to contribute to the Apollo 11 mission and help land the first men on the moon.
Reaching For The Moon
by Katherine Johnson • Atheneum (May 5, 2020) • 1 Months on List
#12
Months on List: 4
A kid-friendly exploration of American racism and antiracism history, guiding young readers on a journey from past to present, to understand the origin of racism, its impact today, and the heroes who fight against it, and teaching them how to recognize and eliminate racist thoughts in their own lives.
Stamped (for Kids): Racism, Antiracism, And You
by Jason Reynolds • Little Brown Books For Young Readers (May 11, 2021) • 4 Months on List
#13
Months on List: 2
This picture book chronicles the journey of the first woman, first Black American, and first South Asian American Vice President of the United States, from her childhood to her groundbreaking political career, encouraging children to stand up for their beliefs.
Kamala Raised Her Hand
by Raakhee Mirchandani • Little Brown Books For Young Readers (October 29, 2024) • 2 Months on List
#14
Months on List: 9
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) • 9 Months on List
#15
Months on List: 11
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) • 11 Months on List
#16
Months on List: 1
This book serves as a celebration of Black excellence, providing young children with a series of affirmations and introductions to iconic figures who have made significant achievements in various fields.
Baby Young, Gifted, And Black: With A Mirror!
by Jamia Wilson • Wide Eyed Editions (January 26, 2021) • 1 Months on List
#17
Months on List: 11
<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) • 11 Months on List
#18
Months on List: 3
This work highlights the significant contributions and achievements of exceptional Black men throughout history.
Follow Your Dreams, Little One
by Vashti Harrison • Lb Kids (September 29, 2020) • 3 Months on List
#19
Months on List: 1
The book is a children's biography of Willie Mays, one of baseball's most iconic players, providing an inspiring read for young sports fans and their parents.
Willie Mays: A Little Golden Book Biography
by Anne Wynter • Golden Books (October 29, 2024) • 1 Months on List
#20
Months on List: 5
The book offers an in-depth look at the struggle for equality during the civil rights movement in the 1950s and 1960s, using personal narratives and historical illustrations to illuminate this pivotal period in American history.
What Is The Civil Rights Movement?
by Sherri L. Smith • Penguin Young Readers Group (December 29, 2020) • 5 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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