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Black History Month - Children's Fiction

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Books featuring Black children and written by Black authors. Picture books appear first with books for middle grade kids at the end of the list.

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Lullaby for A Black Mother

Lullaby for A Black Mother

by Hughes, Langston

Board Book - 2021

A board book adaptation of Langston Hughes's beloved poem celebrates the endearing love between a mother and a baby and is complemented by painted collage illustrations. A board book adaptation of Langston Hughes's beloved poem celebrates the endearing love between a mother and a baby and is complemented by painted collage illustrations. Show less

A board book adaptation of Langston Hughes's beloved poem celebrates the endearing love between a mother and a baby and is complemented by painted collage illustrations. A board book adaptation of Langston Hughes's beloved poem celebrates the endearing love between a mother and a baby and is complemented by painted collage illustrations. Show less

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Bright Brown Baby

Bright Brown Baby

A Treasury

by Pinkney, Andrea Davis

Book - 2021

A celebration of Black and Brown babies and the happiness, gentle moments and endless love shared between children and their caregivers. A celebration of Black and Brown babies and the happiness, gentle moments and endless love shared between children and their caregivers. Show less

A celebration of Black and Brown babies and the happiness, gentle moments and endless love shared between children and their caregivers. A celebration of Black and Brown babies and the happiness, gentle moments and endless love shared between children and their caregivers. Show less

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Antiracist Baby

Antiracist Baby

by Kendi, Ibram X

Board Book - 2020

With bold art and thoughtful yet playful text, Antiracist Baby introduces the youngest readers and the grown-ups in their lives to the concept and power of antiracism. With bold art and thoughtful yet playful text, Antiracist Baby introduces the youngest readers and the grown-ups in their lives to the concept and power of antiracism. Show less

With bold art and thoughtful yet playful text, Antiracist Baby introduces the youngest readers and the grown-ups in their lives to the concept and power of antiracism. With bold art and thoughtful yet playful text, Antiracist Baby introduces the youngest readers and the grown-ups in their lives to the concept and power of antiracism. Show less

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Malaika's Surprise

Malaika's Surprise

by Hohn, Nadia L

Book - 2021

When Mummy announces that Malaika and Adèle will soon have a new baby brother or sister, Malaika is unsure how to feel about another change in her family....Show more When Mummy announces that Malaika and Adèle will soon have a new baby brother or sister, Malaika is unsure how to feel about another change in her family. Will Mummy forget about me? Back at school, Malaika is excited to see her teacher and classmates, and makes friends with a new girl who has recently arrived from a faraway country, just like Malaika. Then on her birthday, not one, but two surprises arrive to remind Malaika of the importance of family, and the story ends with a celebration of family love. Show less

When Mummy announces that Malaika and Adèle will soon have a new baby brother or sister, Malaika is unsure how to feel about another change in her family....Show more When Mummy announces that Malaika and Adèle will soon have a new baby brother or sister, Malaika is unsure how to feel about another change in her family. Will Mummy forget about me? Back at school, Malaika is excited to see her teacher and classmates, and makes friends with a new girl who has recently arrived from a faraway country, just like Malaika. Then on her birthday, not one, but two surprises arrive to remind Malaika of the importance of family, and the story ends with a celebration of family love. Show less

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All Because You Matter

All Because You Matter

by Charles, Tami

Book - 2020

A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and Brown children everywhere reminds them how much they matter, that they have always mattered and they always will. A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and Brown children everywhere reminds them how much they matter, that they have always mattered and they always will. Show less

A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and Brown children everywhere reminds them how much they matter, that they have always mattered and they always will. A lyrical, heart-lifting love letter to Black and Brown children everywhere reminds them how much they matter, that they have always mattered and they always will. Show less

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Goodnight Racism

Goodnight Racism

by Kendi, Ibram X

Book - 2022

With dynamic, imaginative art and poetic prose, Goodnight Racism delivers important messages about antiracism, justice, and equality in an easy-to-read fo...Show more With dynamic, imaginative art and poetic prose, Goodnight Racism delivers important messages about antiracism, justice, and equality in an easy-to-read format that empowers readers both big and small. Goodnight Racism gives children the language to dream of a better world and is the perfect book to add to their social justice toolkit. Show less

With dynamic, imaginative art and poetic prose, Goodnight Racism delivers important messages about antiracism, justice, and equality in an easy-to-read fo...Show more With dynamic, imaginative art and poetic prose, Goodnight Racism delivers important messages about antiracism, justice, and equality in an easy-to-read format that empowers readers both big and small. Goodnight Racism gives children the language to dream of a better world and is the perfect book to add to their social justice toolkit. Show less

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Me and Mama

Me and Mama

by Cabrera, Cozbi S.

Book - 2020

On a rainy day when the house smells like cinnamon and Papa and Luca are still asleep, when the clouds are wearing shadows and the wind paints the window with beads of water, a young girl simply wants to be everywhere Mama is. On a rainy day when the house smells like cinnamon and Papa and Luca are still asleep, when the clouds are wearing shadows and the wind paints the window with beads of water, a young girl simply wants to be everywhere Mama is. Show less

On a rainy day when the house smells like cinnamon and Papa and Luca are still asleep, when the clouds are wearing shadows and the wind paints the window with beads of water, a young girl simply wants to be everywhere Mama is. On a rainy day when the house smells like cinnamon and Papa and Luca are still asleep, when the clouds are wearing shadows and the wind paints the window with beads of water, a young girl simply wants to be everywhere Mama is. Show less

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Together We Ride

Together We Ride

by Bolling, Valerie

Book - 2022

Learning to ride is no easy feat! Experience the fear, the anticipation, and the delight of achieving the ultimate milestone in this energetic, warm story that celebrates the precious bond between parent and child. Learning to ride is no easy feat! Experience the fear, the anticipation, and the delight of achieving the ultimate milestone in this energetic, warm story that celebrates the precious bond between parent and child. Show less

Learning to ride is no easy feat! Experience the fear, the anticipation, and the delight of achieving the ultimate milestone in this energetic, warm story that celebrates the precious bond between parent and child. Learning to ride is no easy feat! Experience the fear, the anticipation, and the delight of achieving the ultimate milestone in this energetic, warm story that celebrates the precious bond between parent and child. Show less

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Shhh! The Baby's Asleep

Shhh! The Baby's Asleep

by Brown-Wood, Janay

Book - 2021

Baby is finally asleep, and Mama is trying to shush the rest of the family; but when they are all finally quiet baby wakes up--and it is up to big brother Dante to find the right book to read so everyone can get some rest. Baby is finally asleep, and Mama is trying to shush the rest of the family; but when they are all finally quiet baby wakes up--and it is up to big brother Dante to find the right book to read so everyone can get some rest. Show less

Baby is finally asleep, and Mama is trying to shush the rest of the family; but when they are all finally quiet baby wakes up--and it is up to big brother Dante to find the right book to read so everyone can get some rest. Baby is finally asleep, and Mama is trying to shush the rest of the family; but when they are all finally quiet baby wakes up--and it is up to big brother Dante to find the right book to read so everyone can get some rest. Show less

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Ruby's Reunion Day Dinner

Ruby's Reunion Day Dinner

by Dalton, Angela

Book - 2021

Inspired by the rich tradition of African American reunions, a multigenerational story follows the experiences of young Ruby, who helps loved ones prepare the foods they are bringing while trying to think of a signature dish of her own. Inspired by the rich tradition of African American reunions, a multigenerational story follows the experiences of young Ruby, who helps loved ones prepare the foods they are bringing while trying to think of a signature dish of her own. Show less

Inspired by the rich tradition of African American reunions, a multigenerational story follows the experiences of young Ruby, who helps loved ones prepare the foods they are bringing while trying to think of a signature dish of her own. Inspired by the rich tradition of African American reunions, a multigenerational story follows the experiences of young Ruby, who helps loved ones prepare the foods they are bringing while trying to think of a signature dish of her own. Show less

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Black Is A Rainbow Color

Black Is A Rainbow Color

by Joy, Angela

Book - 2020

A child reflects on the meaning of being Black in this anthem about a people, a culture, a history, and a legacy that lives on. From the wheels of a bicyc...Show more A child reflects on the meaning of being Black in this anthem about a people, a culture, a history, and a legacy that lives on. From the wheels of a bicycle to the robe on Thurgood Marshall's back, Black surrounds our lives. It is a color to simply describe some of our favorite things, but it also evokes a deeper sentiment about the incredible people who helped change the world and a community that continues to grow and thrive. Show less

A child reflects on the meaning of being Black in this anthem about a people, a culture, a history, and a legacy that lives on. From the wheels of a bicyc...Show more A child reflects on the meaning of being Black in this anthem about a people, a culture, a history, and a legacy that lives on. From the wheels of a bicycle to the robe on Thurgood Marshall's back, Black surrounds our lives. It is a color to simply describe some of our favorite things, but it also evokes a deeper sentiment about the incredible people who helped change the world and a community that continues to grow and thrive. Show less

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Brown Sugar Babe

Brown Sugar Babe

by Sherman, Charlotte Watson

Book - 2020

When a little girl has doubts about the color of her skin, her mother shows her all the wonderful, beautiful things brown can be! This message of self-love and acceptance uses rich, dreamy illustrations to celebrate the color using all the senses. When a little girl has doubts about the color of her skin, her mother shows her all the wonderful, beautiful things brown can be! This message of self-love and acceptance uses rich, dreamy illustrations to celebrate the color using all the senses. Show less

When a little girl has doubts about the color of her skin, her mother shows her all the wonderful, beautiful things brown can be! This message of self-love and acceptance uses rich, dreamy illustrations to celebrate the color using all the senses. When a little girl has doubts about the color of her skin, her mother shows her all the wonderful, beautiful things brown can be! This message of self-love and acceptance uses rich, dreamy illustrations to celebrate the color using all the senses. Show less

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Magnificent Homespun Brown

Magnificent Homespun Brown

A Celebration

by Doyon, Samara Cole

Book - 2020

Joyful young narrators celebrate feeling at home in one's own skin. Joyful young narrators celebrate feeling at home in one's own skin. Show less

Joyful young narrators celebrate feeling at home in one's own skin. Joyful young narrators celebrate feeling at home in one's own skin. Show less

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Boonoonoonous Hair

Boonoonoonous Hair

by Senior, Olive

Book - 2019

In this picture book, a young black girl learns to love her difficult-to-manage hair. In this picture book, a young black girl learns to love her difficult-to-manage hair. Show less

In this picture book, a young black girl learns to love her difficult-to-manage hair. In this picture book, a young black girl learns to love her difficult-to-manage hair. Show less

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Sulwe

Sulwe

by Nyong'o, Lupita

Book - 2019

When five-year-old Sulwe's classmates make fun of her dark skin, she tries lightening herself to no avail, but her encounter with a shooting star helps her understand there is beauty in every shade. When five-year-old Sulwe's classmates make fun of her dark skin, she tries lightening herself to no avail, but her encounter with a shooting star helps her understand there is beauty in every shade. Show less

When five-year-old Sulwe's classmates make fun of her dark skin, she tries lightening herself to no avail, but her encounter with a shooting star helps her understand there is beauty in every shade. When five-year-old Sulwe's classmates make fun of her dark skin, she tries lightening herself to no avail, but her encounter with a shooting star helps her understand there is beauty in every shade. Show less

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Hair Love

Hair Love

by Cherry, Matthew A

Book - 2019

A little girl's daddy steps in to help her arrange her curly, coiling, wild hair into styles that allow her to be her natural, beautiful self. A little girl's daddy steps in to help her arrange her curly, coiling, wild hair into styles that allow her to be her natural, beautiful self. Show less

A little girl's daddy steps in to help her arrange her curly, coiling, wild hair into styles that allow her to be her natural, beautiful self. A little girl's daddy steps in to help her arrange her curly, coiling, wild hair into styles that allow her to be her natural, beautiful self. Show less

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Hands Up!

Hands Up!

by McDaniel, Breanna J.

Book - 2019

This triumphant picture book recasts a charged phrase as part of a black girl's everyday life--hands up for a hug, hands up in class, hands up for a high five--before culminating in a moment of resistance at a protest march. This triumphant picture book recasts a charged phrase as part of a black girl's everyday life--hands up for a hug, hands up in class, hands up for a high five--before culminating in a moment of resistance at a protest march. Show less

This triumphant picture book recasts a charged phrase as part of a black girl's everyday life--hands up for a hug, hands up in class, hands up for a high five--before culminating in a moment of resistance at a protest march. This triumphant picture book recasts a charged phrase as part of a black girl's everyday life--hands up for a hug, hands up in class, hands up for a high five--before culminating in a moment of resistance at a protest march. Show less

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I Am Enough

I Am Enough

by Byers, Grace

Book - 2018

This is a gorgeous, lyrical ode to loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another—from Empire actor and activist Grace Byers and talented newcomer artist Keturah A. Bobo. This is a gorgeous, lyrical ode to loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another—from Empire actor and activist Grace Byers and talented newcomer artist Keturah A. Bobo. Show less

This is a gorgeous, lyrical ode to loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another—from Empire actor and activist Grace Byers and talented newcomer artist Keturah A. Bobo. This is a gorgeous, lyrical ode to loving who you are, respecting others, and being kind to one another—from Empire actor and activist Grace Byers and talented newcomer artist Keturah A. Bobo. Show less

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Mae Among the Stars

Mae Among the Stars

by Ahmed, Roda

Book - 2018

When young Mae Jemison is asked by her teacher what she wants to be when she grows up, African American Mae tells her mostly white classmates that she wants to be an astronaut, a dream that her parents wholeheartedly support. When young Mae Jemison is asked by her teacher what she wants to be when she grows up, African American Mae tells her mostly white classmates that she wants to be an astronaut, a dream that her parents wholeheartedly support. Show less

When young Mae Jemison is asked by her teacher what she wants to be when she grows up, African American Mae tells her mostly white classmates that she wants to be an astronaut, a dream that her parents wholeheartedly support. When young Mae Jemison is asked by her teacher what she wants to be when she grows up, African American Mae tells her mostly white classmates that she wants to be an astronaut, a dream that her parents wholeheartedly support. Show less

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Crown

Crown

An Ode to the Fresh Cut

by Barnes, Derrick D.

Book - 2017

Celebrates the magnificent feeling that comes from walking out of a barber shop with newly-cut hair. Celebrates the magnificent feeling that comes from walking out of a barber shop with newly-cut hair. Show less

Celebrates the magnificent feeling that comes from walking out of a barber shop with newly-cut hair. Celebrates the magnificent feeling that comes from walking out of a barber shop with newly-cut hair. Show less

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Chocolate Me!

Chocolate Me!

by Diggs, Taye

Book - 2011

Relates the experiences of a dark-skinned, curly-haired child who wishes he could look more like the lighter-skinned children in his community until his mother helps him realize how wonderful he is inside and out. Relates the experiences of a dark-skinned, curly-haired child who wishes he could look more like the lighter-skinned children in his community until his mother helps him realize how wonderful he is inside and out. Show less

Relates the experiences of a dark-skinned, curly-haired child who wishes he could look more like the lighter-skinned children in his community until his mother helps him realize how wonderful he is inside and out. Relates the experiences of a dark-skinned, curly-haired child who wishes he could look more like the lighter-skinned children in his community until his mother helps him realize how wonderful he is inside and out. Show less

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I Love Being Me!

I Love Being Me!

by Roe, Mechal Renee

Book - 2020

Girls will love seeing strong, happy reflections of themselves in this vibrant, rhyming, Step 1 reader about the joy of being a girl. Featuring a variety ...Show more Girls will love seeing strong, happy reflections of themselves in this vibrant, rhyming, Step 1 reader about the joy of being a girl. Featuring a variety of kids and the activities they enjoy - reading, soccer, cooking, swimming, gardening, and more - this easy reader promotes girls' self-esteem, smarts, and strength. Show less

Girls will love seeing strong, happy reflections of themselves in this vibrant, rhyming, Step 1 reader about the joy of being a girl. Featuring a variety ...Show more Girls will love seeing strong, happy reflections of themselves in this vibrant, rhyming, Step 1 reader about the joy of being a girl. Featuring a variety of kids and the activities they enjoy - reading, soccer, cooking, swimming, gardening, and more - this easy reader promotes girls' self-esteem, smarts, and strength. Show less

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Born on the Water

Born on the Water

by Hannah-Jones, Nikole

Book - 2021

Stymied by her unfinished family tree assignment for school, a young girl seeks Grandma's counsel and learns about her ancestors, the consequences of slavery, and the history of Black resistance in the United States. Stymied by her unfinished family tree assignment for school, a young girl seeks Grandma's counsel and learns about her ancestors, the consequences of slavery, and the history of Black resistance in the United States. Show less

Stymied by her unfinished family tree assignment for school, a young girl seeks Grandma's counsel and learns about her ancestors, the consequences of slavery, and the history of Black resistance in the United States. Stymied by her unfinished family tree assignment for school, a young girl seeks Grandma's counsel and learns about her ancestors, the consequences of slavery, and the history of Black resistance in the United States. Show less

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When We Say Black Lives Matter

When We Say Black Lives Matter

by Clarke, Maxine Beneba

Book - 2021

In this exuberant exploration of the Black Lives Matter motto, a loving narrator relays to a young Black child the strength and resonance behind the words. In this exuberant exploration of the Black Lives Matter motto, a loving narrator relays to a young Black child the strength and resonance behind the words. Show less

In this exuberant exploration of the Black Lives Matter motto, a loving narrator relays to a young Black child the strength and resonance behind the words. In this exuberant exploration of the Black Lives Matter motto, a loving narrator relays to a young Black child the strength and resonance behind the words. Show less

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My Rainbow

My Rainbow

by Neal, Trinity

Book - 2020

A dedicated mom puts love into action as she creates the perfect rainbow-colored wig for her transgender daughter, based on the real-life experience of mother-daughter advocate duo Trinity and DeShanna Neal. A dedicated mom puts love into action as she creates the perfect rainbow-colored wig for her transgender daughter, based on the real-life experience of mother-daughter advocate duo Trinity and DeShanna Neal. Show less

A dedicated mom puts love into action as she creates the perfect rainbow-colored wig for her transgender daughter, based on the real-life experience of mother-daughter advocate duo Trinity and DeShanna Neal. A dedicated mom puts love into action as she creates the perfect rainbow-colored wig for her transgender daughter, based on the real-life experience of mother-daughter advocate duo Trinity and DeShanna Neal. Show less

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