In Daddy’s Arms I Am Tall ~ Javaka Steptoe
This is a collection of poems celebrating African American fathers and the influence that they have over their …
Let the Children March ~ Monica Clark-Robinson
Did you know that children, many children, were involved in the fight for Civil Rights? This beautifully …
Ellington Was Not a Street ~ Ntozake Shange
Poet Ntozake Shange recounts her childhood memories of the many great African Americans who gathered in her home.
He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands ~ Kadir Nelson
Featuring a boy and his family, the lyrics of the old spiritual are turned into a wonderful picture book. This book …
Racing Around ~ Stuart J. Murphy
This is a living math book about perimeter. Mike wants to ride his bike in the annual 15-kilometer race like his …
Messy Bessey and the Birthday Overnight ~ Patricia C. McKissack
Bessey gets invited to a slumber party. The girls all have tons of fun, but the next morning everyone leaves...and …
How Sweet the Sound ~ Cheryl Hudson
This book features 23 songs including Kum Ba Ya, Lift Ev'ry Voice and Sing, Swing Low Sweet Chariot, This Little …
My Friend Maya Loves to Dance ~ Cheryl Willis Hudson
Maya is a young girl who loves to dance. Whenever there is music, you are sure to see Maya moving.
Say Hello! ~ Rachel Isadora
Carmelita and her mom visit Abuela Rosa. As they make their way down Ninth Ave, they say hello to all their …
Max Goes to the Zoo ~ Adria F. Klein
This is a purple level, Read-It Readers easy reader book about Max and his friend Lily, who visit the zoo. It's a …
