Books About Haitians

The Best Haitians Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about haitians? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

Freedom Soup
The Shortlist

Our 3 Favorite Books About Haitians

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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2019

Freedom Soup

By Tami Charles, Jacqueline Alcantara (Illustrator)

A family cooks New Year's soup, uncovering the story of Haitian independence.

32 pages· 595 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
5.1/7 Bookroo·4.3/5 Goodreads · 932 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Belle learns to make Freedom Soup with her Ti Gran, a tradition rooted in the Haitian Revolution. As they cook, dance, and celebrate, Ti Gran shares tales of their family's past and Haiti's fight for freedom. Will Belle embrace her heritage and the powerful legacy of the soup? Discover the vibrant history and cultural pride simmering in this heartfelt kitchen celebration.
Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2017

American Street

A young immigrant faces a perilous choice in pursuit of the American dream.

National Book Award for Young People's Literature Finalist (2017)Americas Award (2018)
336 pages· 73,301 words· Est. 7 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 22,500 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Fabiola Toussaint arrives in Detroit, hoping for a better life, but her mother is detained by immigration. Alone, she must navigate a new school, her boisterous cousins, and a budding romance. As she adapts to this unfamiliar world, a risky offer challenges her dreams. Will Fabiola risk everything for freedom, or will the cost be too high? Discover her journey at the crossroads of hope and sacrifice.
Picture Book · Ages 2–6 · 2020

I Want to Ride the Tap Tap

A young boy dreams of riding Haiti's vibrant tap tap bus, meeting colorful characters along the way.

40 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 145 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Claude longs to ride the lively tap tap bus in Haiti, where each day brings new faces and stories. While school and chores keep him busy, Sunday holds a surprise: a family trip to the beach. There, Claude encounters a mango seller, a fisherman, and more, each sharing their unique skills. Will this adventure fulfill his dreams and teach him about his vibrant community? Discover the warmth and rhythm of Haitian life through Claude's eyes, with Creole words adding a rich cultural layer to his journey.
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