Kids Book Index
Nikki Grimes, illustrated by Laura Freeman
This picture-book biography traces Kamala Harris from her childhood as the daughter of immigrants to her election as U.S. vice president. It identifies that election as historic: she was the first woman, the first Black person, and the first South Asian American elected to that office. The book presents her life in relation to justice and public leadership.
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THE FIGHTING INFANTRYMAN: THE STORY OF ALBERT D.J. CASHIER, TRANSGENDER CIVIL WAR SOLDIERRob Sanders, illustrated by Nabi Ali. Little Bee BooksRob Sanders recounts the life of Albert D. J. Cashier, a transgender man who served as a soldier in the Civil War. Cashier confronts combat in the war as well as the limits imposed by gender. Later, when his health declines and he is hospitalized, comrades work to restore his Civil War pension. An author’s note explains the early use of a name Cashier was given at birth; the book also includes a glossary, timeline, and background research.BIOGRAPHYOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
ART IS LIFE: THE LIFE OF ARTIST KEITH HARINGTami Lewis Brown, illustrated by Keith Negley. Farrar Straus Giroux Books for Young ReadersA picture-book biography of artist Keith Haring traces his belief that art should be available to everyone. After moving to New York City, Haring noticed bored subway crowds and decaying stations. He responded with white-chalk drawings intended to bring joy to subway riders. The book centers on his work as a modern artist and includes notes and resources for children and adults.BIOGRAPHYOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
MAMIE ON THE MOUND: A WOMAN IN BASEBALL’S NEGRO LEAGUESLeah Henderson, illustrated by George DoutsiopoulosThis biography follows Mamie “Peanut” Johnson, whose ability as a player did not secure her a tryout with the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League because of racism. It recounts her opportunity with the Indianapolis Clowns, where she became professional baseball’s first female pitcher. An afterword and bibliography accompany the account of her career and the barriers she faced in the sport.BIOGRAPHYOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details