African American Kids

It's a new day, and Ayaan has woken up on the wrong side of the bed where nothing feels quite right. What if he doesn't know the answer at school? What if he messes up? But as he sets out that morning, all it takes is a few reminders from his mom and some friends in the neighborhood to remind him that a new day is a good day because...he is smart, he is blessed, and he can do anything!

The classic, New York Times best-selling book on the psychology of racism that shows us how to talk about race in America. Walk into any racially mixed high school and you will see Black, White, and Latino youth clustered in their own groups. Is this self-segregation a problem to address or a coping strategy? How can we get past our reluctance to discuss racial issues? This fully revised edition is essential listening for anyone seeking to understand dynamics of race and racial inequality in America.

The Valentine Adventures of the Clever Black Kids Detective ClubIntroducing the newest collection of short stories for kids ages 8-12, "The Clever Black Kids Detective Club Valentine Adventures"! These engaging and captivating stories are written especially for children aged 8-12 and are full of relatable, inspiring, and empowering tales that can help shape young minds. Join the Clever Black Kids Detective Club on new exciting adventures as they learn valuable lessons about understanding identity, building self-esteem, and helping others. INSIDE THE BOOK Engaging and captivating stories ...

Meet extraordinary black heroes throughout history—biographies for kids ages 8 to 12. You’re invited to meet ancient Egyptian rulers, brilliant scientists, legendary musicians, and civil rights activists—all in the same book! Black Heroes introduces you to 51 black leaders and role models from both history and modern times. This black history book for kids features inspirational biographies of trailblazers from the United States, Egypt, Britain, and more.

Dream Boldly, Live Fully: Quotes, Reflections & Action Steps to Empower Black Teens: Find Your Voice, Embrace Your Strength, and Create Your Future Step into a world of inspiration with this empowering guide designed just for Black teens. Dream Boldly, Live Fully is more than a book—it's your roadmap to unlocking your greatness. Featuring timeless quotes from legendary Black icons like Maya Angelou, Langston Hughes, and Frederick Douglass, this book connects their wisdom with your journey. Through relatable stories, thought-provoking reflections, and actionable exercises, you'll discover ...

In The Kid, best-selling author Sapphire tells the electrifying story of Abdul Jones, the son of Push's unforgettable heroine, Precious. A story of body and spirit, rooted in the hungers of flesh and of the soul, The Kid brings us deep into the interior life of Abdul Jones. We meet him at age nine, on the day of his mother's funeral.

Thelonius Mitchell is tired of being labeled. He’s in special ed, separated from the “normal” kids at school who don’t have any “issues”. That’s enough to make all the teachers and students look at him and his friends with a constant side-eye. (Although his disruptive antics and pranks have given him a rep, too.) When a gun is found at a neighborhood hangout, Thelonius and his pals become instant suspects. Thelonius may be guilty of pulling crazy stunts at school, but a criminal? T isn’t about to let that label stick.

On the heels of the cult television hit Friday Night Lights, The New York Times best-selling author of The Junction Boys pens the story of Texas high school football integration, and the three men who put together a championship team.

EXPLORE THE RISE OF A 10-YEAR OLD SUPERHERO WHO CAN DO IT ALL- YOUR CHILDREN WILL GET AMAZED AND ENCOURAGED AS THEY LEARN TO THINK BIG LIKE A SUPERHERO Welcome to the whimsical journey of Boy⚡Power who finds himself superpowerful whenever he wears his magical shoes! He confronts the unknowns of our planet while forming the unlikely alliance that ultimately offers hope for protecting the world. Doesn’t just seem like every parents’ dream for their boy is to become like that? So many challenges this 10-year-old boy can fight his way through and overcome that he didn't imagine once ...

This chapter-book edition of the number-one New York Times best seller by luminaries Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds is an essential introduction to the history of racism and antiracism in America.

It’s not easy being a Remarkable in the Unremarkable world. Some things are cool—like getting a pet hellhound for your twelfth birthday. Others, not so much—like not being trusted to learn magic because you might use it to take revenge on an annoying neighbor. All Nic Blake wants is to be a powerful Manifestor like her dad. But before she has a chance to convince him to teach her the gift, a series of shocking revelations and terrifying events launch Nic and two friends on a hunt for a powerful magic tool she’s never heard of...

IN THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES, A NEW TYPE OF HERO IS EMERGING, THE GAME IS GOING TO CHANGE FOREVER WITH… Boy ⚡ Power Lawrence McLendon II is an African-American 10-year-old boy who loves basketball. The morning of his birthday party, his dad surprises him with front-row tickets to the Lakers game. One of the staff put him on the list to get something autographed. The only thing is, he has is his favorite shoes on; nevertheless, his favorite star, LeBron James, signs the shoes. THAT NIGHT THE SHOES START TO GLOW ON THE COUNTER… And he passes it as a dream, and when he goes to school, some...

Throughout history, black women have blazed trails across the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Black Women in Science brings something special to black history books for kids, celebrating incredible black women in STEM who have used their brains, bravery, and ambition to beat the odds. Black Women in Science stands out amongst other black history books for kids - featuring 15 powerful stories of fearless female scientists that advanced their STEM fields and fought to build a legacy.

Meet the man who changed the game forever. Michael Jordan has always been competitive - even as a young boy, he fought for attention. His need to be the best made him a star player on his college basketball team and helped him become an NBA legend, both for his skills and his endorsements. His Nike contract for Air Jordan basketball shoes set an unmatched precedent for professional athletes. Author Kirsten Anderson takes listeners through each exciting moment, detailing the iconic reverse lay-ups and jump shots of Michael Jordan's storied career.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., was only 25 when he helped organize the Montgomery bus boycott and was soon organizing black people across the country in support of the right to vote, desegregation, and other basic civil rights. Maintaining nonviolent and peaceful tactics even when his life was threatened, King was also an advocate for the poor and spoke out against racial and economic injustice until his death - from an assassin's bullet - in 1968.

Born a slave in Maryland, Harriet Tubman knew first-hand what it meant to be someone's property; she was whipped by owners and almost killed by an overseer. It was from other field hands that she first heard about the Underground Railroad which she traveled by herself north to Philadelphia. Throughout her long life (she died at the age of 92) and long after the Civil War brought an end to slavery, this amazing woman was proof of what just one person can do.

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Welcome to a magical and enriching journey! Marvel your little explorer with "The Incredible Adventures of the Elephant", a literary work designed to nurture the young reader's imagination and ignite his desire to explore magical worlds. The captivating illustrations will not only catch his attention but also awaken his curiosity, guaranteeing an exciting journey into the fascinating universe of reading. This book is a gateway to a cultural and spiritual universe. You will discover a beautiful story passed down through generations in the Afro-Latin culture. Accompanying each story, you will...

Welcome to a magical and enriching journey! Marvel your little explorer with "The Incredible Adventures of the Crab", a literary work designed to nurture the young reader's imagination and ignite his desire to explore magical worlds. The captivating illustrations will not only catch his attention but also awaken his curiosity, guaranteeing an exciting journey into the fascinating universe of reading. This book is a gateway to a cultural and spiritual universe. You will discover a beautiful story passed down through generations in the Afro-Latin culture. Accompanying each story, you will ...

Ever since Howard Carter uncovered King Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, the young pharaoh has become a symbol of the wealth and mystery of ancient Egypt. This Who Was...? explains the life and times of this ancient Egyptian ruler, covering the story of the tomb’s discovery, as well as myths and so-called mummy curses.