Wangari Maathai ~ Franck Prevot
Born in a little African village across from the volcano Mount Kenya, Wangari Maathai developed her love and appreciation for trees and the forests.
Blog Posts
Step Right Up ~ Donna Janell Bowman
Dr. William Key (Doc) was a former slave and self-trained veterinarian who taught his horse, Jim, to read, write, count, and much more!
Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice ~ Nikki Grimes
Documenting the life of Vice President Kamala Harris, this book shares how her desire for justice, peace, and freedom was rooted in her at a young age.
Rhyme Time Valentine ~ Nancy Poydar
Ruby loves Valentine's Day and her favorite color is red! For Valentine's Day she decides to make rhyming valentines for her classmates.
This Is Not a Valentine ~ Carter Higgins
This is a super cute story about a boy trying to explain his multitude of "gifts" for the girl he likes.
Art From Her Heart ~ Kathy Whitehead
Self-taught artist, Clementine Hunter, found inspiration all around her. She didn't want for the perfect time to paint. Nor did she wait for the perfect set of paints and canvas.
A Computer Called Katherine ~ Suzanne Slade
As a math aficionado, I was completely enamored with the true story of Katherine Johnson, made famous by the film Hidden Figures.
Black Jack ~ Charles R. Smith Jr.
This rhyming story is about the life of Arthur John Johnson, the world's first black heavyweight champion.
Rap a Tap Tap ~ Diane Dillon
This rhythmic story is about how Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, the great tap dancer of his time, talked with his feet.
Emmanuel’s Dream ~ Laurie Ann Thompson
Based on the true story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah, this book reminds us that "being disabled does not mean being unable."
So Tall Within ~ Gary D. Schmidt
This book tells the story of a woman named Isabella (Sojourner Truth) who persevered through the heartbreaking wretchedness of slavery and went on to be one of the most significant figures in American history.
Blues Journey ~ Walter Dean Myers
Through the poetry of blues lyrics, bits and pieces of the African American experience from the end of slavery through the beginning of the civil rights movement is shared in this book.
Game Changers ~ Lesa Cline-Ransome
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It was so very insightful into the lives of two of the greatest tennis players ever, Venus and Serena Williams.
Jazz ~ Walter Dean Myers
A celebration of jazz music, this beautifully illustrated book includes a glossary of jazz terms as well as a history of jazz timeline.
Ron’s Big Mission ~ Rose Blue and Corinne Naden
A fictionalized account of a real incident one summer day in 1959, this story recounts the day that Ron McNair, a nine year old boy, stood up for what he thought was right.
Lemonade in Winter ~ Emily Jenkins
Two children decide to set up a lemonade stand during winter. Follow along as Pauline teaches her little brother John-John about counting money.
Snow Globe Wishes ~ Erin Dealey
A snow globe filled with a beautiful winter wonderland captivates a young girl whose family enjoys special time together during the worse snow storm of the year.
In the Snow ~ Elizabeth Spurr
Playing in the snow is fun! Follow along as a young girl and her mother head out to play.
I See Winter ~ Charles Ghigna
This easy to read, rhyming book highlights many of the fun sights that make winter such a special season of the year.
Amadi’s Snowman ~ Katia Novet Saint-Lot
Amadi does not understand why his mother insists on him learning to read. But, once he questions another boy (who can read) about his book with the strange white animal with a carrot nose, he realizes the value and benefits of being able to read.