Children’s Books to Celebrate Black History Month

From A is for anthem to Z is zenith, this alphabet book features special moments, places, and people throughout Black history. Its informative and lyrical text offers an opportunity to teach the ABCs through a historical lens.

Lift Every Voice and Sing, also known as the Black National Anthem, has been passed down from generation to generation. This historical text shares the history of this song's conception and how it grew to become a significant song throughout Black history.

William’s parents escaped slavery, but when he was born his family struggled financially. As William grew older he found a job working for the Anti-Slavery Society, where he assisted people fleeing enslavement and began collecting their stories. He began using these stories to reunite families and later published his collection.

Filled with beautiful artwork and inspirational Black woman, this collection educates and inspires little leaders to keep breaking down barriers. Featuring both iconic and lesser-known heroines, these true stories of their exceptional lives are filled with fun facts and information to keep learning engaging.

Learn the names and stories of prominent Black men in history with this inspirational book. From important civil rights leaders to famous musicians and Supreme Court justices, this book includes men from diverse professions and all walks of life.

Born to two formerly enslaved parents, Carter G. Woodson was taught to always be an informed citizen.This page turning biography sheds light on Carter as a child and how he would regularly read the newspaper to his father. Carter went on to be known as the father of Black History Month, dedicating his life to informing others about the history of Black people.

With few opportunities for women of color, Ethel L Payne went on to become a groundbreaking journalist. This biography shares her life story and how she wrote stories about the issues impacting the Black community, including interviews with Presidents, protestors, and famous Black civil rights leaders.

The littlest learners can aspire to “reach for the stars” like Mae Jemison and “stand up for others” like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in this ode to Black excellence. Each page is a reminder that even our youngest readers can become anything they want with the right motivation.

This moving text is a tribute and celebration of Black History including the civil rights movements and achievements in music, literature, and sports. With the constant reminder of “We are Undefeated” ringing from page to page, this story sheds light on the resilience, strength, and bravery of Black people.

Patricia was a curious child and when all her friends wanted to be nurses, she knew she wanted to be a doctor. This biography explores Patricia’s journey to becoming the first Black woman to receive a medical patent for the Laserphaco Probe, which improved the process for removing cataracts for medical patients.

Shirley was the oldest of her sisters and loved being in charge; she even led other children around the neighborhood that were twice her age. Shirley learned all about hard work and education at a young age. This insightful text takes its readers on a journey from Shirley’s childhood to her becoming the first Black woman elected to Congress and to run for President of the United States.

Mazie’s father shares how her great-great-great-grandpa Mose crossed into liberty on a day they now celebrate as Juneteenth. He shares that when he and other enslaved Black people were freed they shouted, cheered, and danced all night long. On the following day Mazie and her family celebrate their ancestors' freedom during their Juneteenth celebration.