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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2007
Nikki & Deja
Two best friends navigate the ups and downs of elementary school and friendship
80 pages· 9,647 words· Est. 2 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 327 ratings
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Books About Black History · 192 titles considered
The Best Black History Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about black history? 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.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Black History
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$759
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2017
It All Comes Down to This
In 1965 LA, Sophie faces racial tensions, family struggles, and unexpected challenges.
368 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 690 ratings
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$1597
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Harriet Tubman
Discover Harriet Tubman's daring escapes and secret missions during the Civil War.
32 pages· 674 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 73 ratings
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$574
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2018
Martin Luther King Jr.: A Peaceful Leader
Discover how peaceful protest changed history.
32 pages· 626 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
4.2/5 Goodreads · 96 ratings
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2019
What Is Given from the Heart
By Patricia C. McKissack, April Harrison (Illustrator)
A young boy helps his mother put together a care package for a family in need, and finds a way to give something special to a girl his age.
32 pages· 1,095 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud
6.4/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 1,192 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2013
All Different Now
By Angela Johnson, E.B. Lewis (Illustrator)
A little girl witnesses the first Juneteenth, marking freedom's arrival.
40 pages· 280 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.2/5 Goodreads · 970 ratings
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$1899
Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 1973
I Have a Dream
By Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Kadir Nelson (Illustrator)
Discover the power of a dream that changed history.
40 pages· 585 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.5/5 Goodreads · 3,762 ratings
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$1498
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2016
Maya Angelou
Discover how Maya Angelou found her voice and became a beloved writer and activist.
32 pages· 395 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
6.1/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 899 ratings
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$1697
Picture Book · Ages 6–9 · 2018
Pies from Nowhere
By Dee Romito, Laura Freeman (Illustrator)
A cook's secret efforts fuel a pivotal civil rights movement.
40 pages· 1,253 words· Est. 10 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.4/5 Goodreads · 656 ratings
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$1797
Picture Book · Ages 3–8 · 2019
When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree
A birthday lemon tree gift leads to unexpected discoveries.
32 pages· 373 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
6.0/7 Bookroo experts·4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,565 ratings
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Black History Board Books for Babies & Toddlers
Sturdy, inviting books about black history for the youngest readers and listeners.
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$899
Dream Big, Little One
Ages 0–3 · 2018
Discover 18 women who defied odds and changed history.
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$899
The Story of Rap
Ages 0–3 · 2019
Discover rap's roots and legends in a playful baby book that inspires swagger.
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$999
Ali
Ages 0–3 · 2018
Discover how a stolen bike led to a boxing legend's rise.
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$899
Black Jack
Ages 2–6 · 2010
A boxer defies odds to break the color barrier and claim the heavyweight title.
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$1599
Wilma Rudolph
Ages 0–3 · 2019
Overcome polio to become an Olympic champion. Discover Wilma Rudolph's inspiring journey.
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$799
I am Brave
Ages 2–5 · 2019
Discover the inspiring traits of Martin Luther King, Jr. in a fun, interactive board book.
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$899
Follow Your Dreams, Little One
Ages 0–3 · 2020
Discover the inspiring stories of trailblazing black men who shaped history.
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Black History Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about black history for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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$1799
Big Papa and the Time Machine
Ages 4–8 · 2020
A boy and his grandpa journey through time to discover the essence of bravery.
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$1599
Rosa Parks
Ages 4–8 · 2017
A brave act on a bus ignites a movement for equality.
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$1899
R-E-S-P-E-C-T
Ages 4–8 · 2020
Discover Aretha Franklin's journey from church singer to civil rights icon.
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$1699
I am Rosa Parks
Ages 5–8 · 2014
Discover how one woman's courage sparked a movement for equality.
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$1595
Juneteenth for Mazie
Ages 6–9 · 2015
A young girl prepares to honor the day her ancestors gained freedom.
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$2095
Dream Builder
Ages 4–9 · 2020
Discover the architect whose vision shaped a museum celebrating African American history and culture.
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$1899
Black Is a Rainbow Color
Ages 4–8 · 2020
A child explores the profound meaning of Black beyond the rainbow's colors.
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$1999
A Ride to Remember
Ages 6–9 · 2020
A carousel ride becomes a pivotal moment in the Civil Rights movement.
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$1799
The Undefeated
Ages 6–9 · 2019
A tribute to the black individuals who paved the way for future generations in America.
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$1899
Before She Was Harriet
Ages 4–8 · 2017
Discover the many lives of Harriet Tubman, from slave to spy to liberator.
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$1695
Hosea Plays On
Ages 3–9 · 2020
A musician's daily bus ride reveals a heartwarming secret purpose behind his soulful tunes.
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$1999
Freedom Bird
Ages 5–9 · 2020
A mysterious bird inspires siblings to escape slavery and seek freedom.
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Black History Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about black history for developing and independent readers.
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$1195
Catching the Moon
Ages 6–10 · 2005
A girl defies all odds to play professional baseball in a male-dominated world.
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$1699
Armstrong & Charlie
Ages 10–12 · 2017
Two boys from different worlds face sixth grade's challenges, forging an unexpected bond amidst rivalry and change.
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$599
What Was the Underground Railroad?
Ages 8–12 · 2013
Escape to freedom through a perilous journey on the Underground Railroad.
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$599
Who Was Nelson Mandela?
Ages 8–12 · 2013
A biography of Nelson Mandela, from his childhood to his presidency of South Africa, highlighting his fight against apartheid and his efforts to bring about equality and justice to his country.
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$1795
The Women Who Caught the Babies
Ages 9–12 · 2019
Discover the legacy of African-American midwives through poetry and art, celebrating their vital role in birth and community.
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$599
Who Is Michelle Obama?
Ages 8–12 · 2013
A biography of Michelle Obama, from her childhood to her time as First Lady of the United States
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$1799
Katherine Johnson
Ages 6–8 · 2017
Discover the mathematician whose calculations launched NASA's early missions.
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$1699
Little Leaders
Ages 8–11 · 2017
The lives of bold African American women from history are highlighted.
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$1799
This Promise of Change
Ages 10–12 · 2019
Twelve students integrate a high school, facing escalating tensions and personal challenges.
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$699
Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?
Ages 8–12 · 2007
The story of Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and his fight for civil rights in America.
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$1799
Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History
Ages 8–12
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$1699
Ghost Boys
Ages 9–12 · 2018
A boy's ghost seeks justice and understanding after a tragic police shooting.