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Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes
A heartbreaking and powerful story about a black boy killed by a police officer, drawing connections through history, from award-winning author Jewell Parker Rhodes…
Ways to Build Dreams: A Ryan Hart Story by Renée Watson
Bloomsbury presents Ways to Build Dreams by Renée Watson, read by Sisi Aisha Johnson…
Soul Food Sunday by Winsome Bingham
On Sundays, everyone gathers at Granny’s for soul food.
But today, I don’t go to the backyard or the great room.
I follow Granny instead.
“You’re a big boy now”, Granny says. “Time for you to learn.”
The 1619 Project: Born on the Water by Nikole Hannah-Jones
The 1619 Project’s lyrical picture book in verse, adapted for audio, chronicles the consequences of slavery and the history of Black resistance in the United States, thoughtfully rendered by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and Newbery honor-winning author Renée Watson...
Nina (A Story of Nina Simone) by Traci N. Todd
This illuminating and defining biography, adapted for audio, tells the story of little Eunice who grew up to become the acclaimed singer Nina Simone and her bold, defiant, and exultant legacy...
Take Back the Block by Chrystal D. Giles
Wes Henderson has the best style in sixth grade…
Forever This Summer by Leslie C. Youngblood
The second book from critically acclaimed author Leslie C. Youngblood, about family, identity, and learning to stand up for what's right.
Love Like Sky by Leslie C. Youngblood
“Love Like Sky” is a superbly written story that my fifth grade students thoroughly enjoyed reading with me…
The House of Dies Drear by Virginia Hamilton
One hundred years ago, Dies Drear and two runaway slaves hiding in his house, an important station on the Underground Railroad, were murdered. Legend has it that the ghost of Mr. Drear still haunts the lonely old house…
Who Is Stacey Abrams? by Shelia P. Moses
Discover how a young girl who loved to read and write became a voting rights activist, a candidate for governor of Georgia, and an author in this exciting addition to the Who HQ Now series that features newsmakers and trending topics.
Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer - Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement by Carole Boston Weatherford
This book is the story of Fannie Lou Hamer. The actions Fannie took for civil rights were bold and took strength.
Who Is Colin Kaepernick? by Lakita Wilson
Learn about the inspiring life and career of professional football player and activist Colin Kaepernick in the new Who HQ Now format featuring newsmakers and trending topics.
Hair Love by Matthew A. Cherry
Zuri’s hair has a mind of its own. It kinks, coils, and curls every which way. Zuri knows it’s beautiful.
Chocolate Me! by Taye Diggs
The boy is teased for looking different than the other kids. His skin is darker, his hair curlier. He tells his mother he wishes he could be more like everyone else. And she helps him to see how beautiful he really, truly is.
Mary Can! by Mary J. Blige
From multi-award-winning singer, artist, actress, and icon Mary J. Blige comes a fun and inspirational story that teaches young listeners they can be anything, and they are enough…
Ways to Share Joy by Renée Watson
Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award winner Renée Watson continues her charming young middle grade series starring Ryan Hart, a girl who is pure spirit and sunshine.
Sulwe by Lupita Nyong'‘o
From Academy Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o comes a powerful, moving picture book about colorism, self-esteem, and learning that true beauty comes from within.
Ways to Grow Love by Renée Watson
Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award-winner Renée Watson continues her charming young middle-grade series starring Ryan Hart, a girl who is pure spirit and sunshine.
Little Black Girl (Oh, the Things You Can Do!) by Kirby Howell-Baptiste
An empowering and joyous picture book by actress Kirby Howell-Baptiste (The Sandman) that instills confidence and encourages little Black girls to reach for their wildest dreams, adapted for audio.
Ways to Make Sunshine by Renée Watson
Bloomsbury presents Ways to Make Sunshine by Renée Watson, read by Sisi Aisha Johnson.