Young Readers (9 - 13)

We cannot let this history die, nor can we let it fade away. As it has filled me with pride and given me understanding of one group of outstanding soldiers, so it should be passed on to all Americans to appreciate and honor (from the introduction by...

A must-purchase picture book biography of a figure sure to inspire awe and admiration among readers.--School Library Journal (starred review) Extraordinary illustrations and lyrical text present pioneering African American scientist Ernest Everett Just...

The music, literature, and culture that came out of the Harlem Renaissance is still celebrated today--and continues to influence art around the world. This book explores the people and places that made the era so important. The Racial Justice in America:...

Joy! Joy! Joy! The Anthem for Black Boys, engages readers from its opening in a rhythmic story about a boy overjoyed by his physical and cultural heritage. This picture book highlights the beauty of his kinky hair, wide nose, and indomitable joy as it...

Joy! Joy! Joy! The Anthem for Black Girls, engages readers from its opening in a rhythmic story about a girl overjoyed by her physical and cultural heritage. This picture book highlights the beauty of her kinky hair, wide nose, and indomitable joy as it...

Giant Afro. Even Bigger Brain. Jaden Toussaint is a five year-old who knows it all. I mean, really knows it all. Animal Scientist. Great Debater. Master of the art of ninja dancing. There's nothing Jaden Toussaint can't do. The only problem is that...

A FUN READ ALL YEAR ROUND!Santa Claus is Coming to TownChristmas is three weeks away and a mysterious "Santa" has been mailing presents to sixth grader Sophie Washington in this adorable, illustrated chapter book for middle grade readers. There is no...

Are you ready for the hurricane? Strap in for an entertaining, illustrated middle grade chapter book full of fun, laughs, and excitement. A hurricane's coming and sixth grader Sophie's life of school work and friends is about to make a major change. One...

A young girl, who has just moved to her parents' hometown, realizes that she has come home after the African American emancipation celebration of Juneteenth.It's a fine day in June. Cassandra's family has just moved from the city back to her parents'...

A hard-hitting book on what the lockdown did to the people of India, particularly its young citizens- Discusses the importance of recognizing injustice and inequality in our day to day interactions- For ages 7 and up, the book shows the impact the 2020...

All three books in the Coretta Scott King Award-winning series by New York Times-bestselling author Rita Williams-Garcia are now available in one beautiful, giftable box set! Each humorous, unforgettable story follows the Gaither sisters as they grow...

Newbery Medalist and CSK Award winner Christopher Paul Curtis's debut middle-grade/young-YA novel for Scholastic features his trademark humor, compelling storytelling, and unique narrative voice.   Eleven-year-old Elijah is the first child born into...