african american children

When Ruby Bridges was six years old, she became the first African American student to integrate an elementary school in the South. Told in the perspective of her six year old self and based on the pivotal events that happened in 1960, Ruby tells her story like never before, embracing her name and learning that even at six years old she was able to pave the path for future generations.

"Five . . . poems that celebrate the . . . early days between parent and child, and the . . . joy of watching a brand-new life take shape"--OCLC.

When the electricity goes out, twelve-year-old Eddie and his friends set out to investigate what is going on when they make the startling discovery that they are the only ones left in their neighborhood--and perhaps the only people left anywhere.

"Your story begins in Africa. Your African ancestors defied the odds and survived 400 years of slavery in America and passed down an extraordinary legacy to you. Beginning in Africa before 1619, 'Your Legacy' presents an . . . accessible, empowering, and proud introduction to African American history for children. While your ancestors' freedom was taken from them, their spirit was not; this book celebrates their accomplishments, acknowledges their sacrifices, and defines how they are remembered--and how their stories should be taught"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an alphabet book of positive affirmations to inspire and promote self-esteem in Black children.

"A chapter book biography of Ruby Bridges, part of the She Persisted series"--Provided by publisher.

Two brothers, Randy and Rudy, tap dance on a New Orleans street.

"The confident Black narrator of this book is proud of everything that makes him who he is. He's got big plans, and no doubt he'll see them through--as he's creative, adventurous, smart, funny, and a good friend. Sometimes he falls, but he always gets back up. And other times he's afraid, because he's so often misunderstood and called what he is not. So slow down and really look and listen, when somebody tells you--and shows you--who they are. There are superheroes in our midst"--Amazon.

"A . . . story about a child of color being told by his parents how he matters"--School Library Journal.

"Here are classic games, songs, stories, and more, recalled from the author's own childhood in the American South and loveingly passed down to a new generation."--Trade bdg. dust jacket.