Kids Book Index
Carole Boston Weatherford, illustrated by Ekua Holmes
Celebrate the beauty of Black hair creations through the rhyming text and vibrant collage art of lauded Coretta Scott King Award winners Carole Boston Weatherford and Ekua Holmes.
Hair Like Obama’s, Hands Like Lebron’s: A Picture BookCarole Boston Weatherford, illustrated by Savanna DurrI have hair like Obama’s and hands like LeBron’s. My mind is more magical than “Ice” McDonald’s wands.My legs, like Michael Jordan’s, shatter records with a leap.My soul is kissed by Africa—the future’s mine to keep.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Before the Ships: The Birth of Black ExcellenceMaisha OsoBefore the Ships is a powerful and poetic celebration of the early roots of Black history. The great achievements and accomplishments across Africa prior to the Transatlantic slave trade are told through melodious text and evocative illustrations, that culminate into the strength and resilience of modern-day Black people.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Elinor McGrath, Pet Doctor: The Story of America’s First Female VeterinarianJacqueline Johnson, illustrated by Alette StraathofElinor rolled up her sleeves. When Elinor McGrath decided she wanted to be a veterinarian, the world told her no. It was 1907, and that job was not considered suitable for women.Kindergarten to Second GradeOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details