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CRRL Kids: Our Stories: The African American Experience for Children up to Grade 6 2021-2022

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Experience the brave and inspiring voices through these African American books for children.

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Before the Ever After

Before the Ever After

by Woodson, Jacqueline

Book - 2020

ZJ's life turns upside down when his dad, a pro football star, starts to become angry and forgetful after getting one too many concussions on the field. ZJ's life turns upside down when his dad, a pro football star, starts to become angry and forgetful after getting one too many concussions on the field. Show less

ZJ's life turns upside down when his dad, a pro football star, starts to become angry and forgetful after getting one too many concussions on the field. ZJ's life turns upside down when his dad, a pro football star, starts to become angry and forgetful after getting one too many concussions on the field. Show less

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Henry Brown Mails Himself to Freedom

by Weatherford, Carole Boston

Book - 2020

The true story, told in poems, of how an enslaved Virginia man shipped himself to freedom inside a sealed crate. The true story, told in poems, of how an enslaved Virginia man shipped himself to freedom inside a sealed crate. Show less

The true story, told in poems, of how an enslaved Virginia man shipped himself to freedom inside a sealed crate. The true story, told in poems, of how an enslaved Virginia man shipped himself to freedom inside a sealed crate. Show less

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A Girl Like Me

A Girl Like Me

by Johnson, Angela

Book - 2020

Three girls share their hopes and dreams, proudly expressing their confidence while rejecting those who would keep them down. Three girls share their hopes and dreams, proudly expressing their confidence while rejecting those who would keep them down. Show less

Three girls share their hopes and dreams, proudly expressing their confidence while rejecting those who would keep them down. Three girls share their hopes and dreams, proudly expressing their confidence while rejecting those who would keep them down. Show less

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The Undefeated

The Undefeated

by Alexander, Kwame

Book - 2019

This magnificently illustrated poem is an ode to African Americans, highlighting their strength, endurance, and resilience. This magnificently illustrated poem is an ode to African Americans, highlighting their strength, endurance, and resilience. Show less

This magnificently illustrated poem is an ode to African Americans, highlighting their strength, endurance, and resilience. This magnificently illustrated poem is an ode to African Americans, highlighting their strength, endurance, and resilience. Show less

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This Promise of Change

This Promise of Change

One Girl's Story in the Fight for School Equality

by Boyce, Jo Ann Allen

Book - 2019

A memoir-in-verse by one of twelve Black students who, in 1956, integrated a public high school in Clinton, Tennessee. A memoir-in-verse by one of twelve Black students who, in 1956, integrated a public high school in Clinton, Tennessee. Show less

A memoir-in-verse by one of twelve Black students who, in 1956, integrated a public high school in Clinton, Tennessee. A memoir-in-verse by one of twelve Black students who, in 1956, integrated a public high school in Clinton, Tennessee. Show less

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Black Heroes of the Wild West

Black Heroes of the Wild West

by Smith, James Otis

Book - 2020

This graphic novel celebrates three Black pioneers in the American West: Mary Fields, Bass Reeves, and Bob Lemmons. This graphic novel celebrates three Black pioneers in the American West: Mary Fields, Bass Reeves, and Bob Lemmons. Show less

This graphic novel celebrates three Black pioneers in the American West: Mary Fields, Bass Reeves, and Bob Lemmons. This graphic novel celebrates three Black pioneers in the American West: Mary Fields, Bass Reeves, and Bob Lemmons. Show less

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Let 'er Buck!

Let 'er Buck!

George Fletcher, the People's Champion

by Nelson, Vaunda Micheaux

Book - 2019

Describes the time when George Fletcher, a horse lover who learned from the Umatilla Indian Reservation horsemen, unfairly lost to a white man in the 1911 Pendleton Round-Up. Describes the time when George Fletcher, a horse lover who learned from the Umatilla Indian Reservation horsemen, unfairly lost to a white man in the 1911 Pendleton Round-Up. Show less

Describes the time when George Fletcher, a horse lover who learned from the Umatilla Indian Reservation horsemen, unfairly lost to a white man in the 1911 Pendleton Round-Up. Describes the time when George Fletcher, a horse lover who learned from the Umatilla Indian Reservation horsemen, unfairly lost to a white man in the 1911 Pendleton Round-Up. Show less

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Lift as You Climb

Lift as You Climb

The Story of Ella Baker

by Powell, Patricia Hruby

Book - 2020

Chronicles the life of Ella Baker, an influential civil rights leader who was passionate about helping others in need. Chronicles the life of Ella Baker, an influential civil rights leader who was passionate about helping others in need. Show less

Chronicles the life of Ella Baker, an influential civil rights leader who was passionate about helping others in need. Chronicles the life of Ella Baker, an influential civil rights leader who was passionate about helping others in need. Show less

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Lifting as We Climb

Lifting as We Climb

Black Women's Battle for the Ballot Box

by Dionne, Evette

Book - 2020

Presents the vital and difficult role African American women played in the battle for women's suffrage. Presents the vital and difficult role African American women played in the battle for women's suffrage. Show less

Presents the vital and difficult role African American women played in the battle for women's suffrage. Presents the vital and difficult role African American women played in the battle for women's suffrage. Show less

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Lizzie Demands A Seat!

Lizzie Demands A Seat!

Elizabeth Jennings Fights for Streetcar Rights

by Anderson, Beth

Book - 2020

The powerful, little-known story of a free Black woman who was forced off a "whites-only" streetcar and fought back. The powerful, little-known story of a free Black woman who was forced off a "whites-only" streetcar and fought back. Show less

The powerful, little-known story of a free Black woman who was forced off a "whites-only" streetcar and fought back. The powerful, little-known story of a free Black woman who was forced off a "whites-only" streetcar and fought back. Show less

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My Life as An Ice Cream Sandwich

My Life as An Ice Cream Sandwich

by Zoboi, Ibi Aanu

Book - 2019

Sent from her childhood home in Alabama to live with her father in Harlem, Ebony-Grace copes by tapping into her "imagination location" and channeling her love of science fiction. Sent from her childhood home in Alabama to live with her father in Harlem, Ebony-Grace copes by tapping into her "imagination location" and channeling her love of science fiction. Show less

Sent from her childhood home in Alabama to live with her father in Harlem, Ebony-Grace copes by tapping into her "imagination location" and channeling her love of science fiction. Sent from her childhood home in Alabama to live with her father in Harlem, Ebony-Grace copes by tapping into her "imagination location" and channeling her love of science fiction. Show less

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Never Caught, the Story of Ona Judge

Never Caught, the Story of Ona Judge

George and Martha Washington's Courageous Slave Who Dared to Run Away

by Dunbar, Erica Armstrong

Book - 2019

The true story of Ona Judge, a woman born into slavery who escaped from George and Martha Washington and lived the rest of her life in freedom. The true story of Ona Judge, a woman born into slavery who escaped from George and Martha Washington and lived the rest of her life in freedom. Show less

The true story of Ona Judge, a woman born into slavery who escaped from George and Martha Washington and lived the rest of her life in freedom. The true story of Ona Judge, a woman born into slavery who escaped from George and Martha Washington and lived the rest of her life in freedom. Show less

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The Oldest Student

The Oldest Student

How Mary Walker Learned to Read

by Hubbard, Rita L.

Book - 2020

The inspiring true story of a woman who was born into slavery and learned to read at age 116. The inspiring true story of a woman who was born into slavery and learned to read at age 116. Show less

The inspiring true story of a woman who was born into slavery and learned to read at age 116. The inspiring true story of a woman who was born into slavery and learned to read at age 116. Show less

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Overground Railroad

Overground Railroad

by Cline-Ransome, Lesa

Book - 2020

An African American family moves north as part of the Great Migration to escape the economic and social oppression of the south. An African American family moves north as part of the Great Migration to escape the economic and social oppression of the south. Show less

An African American family moves north as part of the Great Migration to escape the economic and social oppression of the south. An African American family moves north as part of the Great Migration to escape the economic and social oppression of the south. Show less

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The Roots of Rap

The Roots of Rap

16 Bars on the 4 Pillars of Hip-hop

by Weatherford, Carole Boston

Book - 2019

Discover the history and origins of hip-hop culture, from graffiti and break dancing to rap music and DJing. Discover the history and origins of hip-hop culture, from graffiti and break dancing to rap music and DJing. Show less

Discover the history and origins of hip-hop culture, from graffiti and break dancing to rap music and DJing. Discover the history and origins of hip-hop culture, from graffiti and break dancing to rap music and DJing. Show less

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The Teachers March!

The Teachers March!

How Selma's Teachers Changed History

by Wallace, Sandra Neil

Book - 2020

The true story of Rev. F.D. Reese, a respected educator who mobilized everyday citizens in Selma, Alabama to organize a teachers-only march for suffrage in 1965. The true story of Rev. F.D. Reese, a respected educator who mobilized everyday citizens in Selma, Alabama to organize a teachers-only march for suffrage in 1965. Show less

The true story of Rev. F.D. Reese, a respected educator who mobilized everyday citizens in Selma, Alabama to organize a teachers-only march for suffrage in 1965. The true story of Rev. F.D. Reese, a respected educator who mobilized everyday citizens in Selma, Alabama to organize a teachers-only march for suffrage in 1965. Show less

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William Still and His Freedom Stories

William Still and His Freedom Stories

The Father of the Underground Railroad

by Tate, Don

Book - 2020

After escaping a hard life of slavery, William Still becomes an abolitionist for the Underground Railroad, recounting the stories of those he helped. After escaping a hard life of slavery, William Still becomes an abolitionist for the Underground Railroad, recounting the stories of those he helped. Show less

After escaping a hard life of slavery, William Still becomes an abolitionist for the Underground Railroad, recounting the stories of those he helped. After escaping a hard life of slavery, William Still becomes an abolitionist for the Underground Railroad, recounting the stories of those he helped. Show less

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All Because You Matter

All Because You Matter

by Charles, Tami

Book - 2020

Follows the life of a young Black boy from before his birth to childhood, affirming how very much he matters even when the world says otherwise. Follows the life of a young Black boy from before his birth to childhood, affirming how very much he matters even when the world says otherwise. Show less

Follows the life of a young Black boy from before his birth to childhood, affirming how very much he matters even when the world says otherwise. Follows the life of a young Black boy from before his birth to childhood, affirming how very much he matters even when the world says otherwise. Show less

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Bedtime Bonnet

Bedtime Bonnet

by Redd, Nancy Amanda

Book - 2020

As a little girl enlists the help of her family in finding her bedtime bonnet, beautifully rich illustrations introduce readers to many kinds of African American hairstyles and hair care. As a little girl enlists the help of her family in finding her bedtime bonnet, beautifully rich illustrations introduce readers to many kinds of African American hairstyles and hair care. Show less

As a little girl enlists the help of her family in finding her bedtime bonnet, beautifully rich illustrations introduce readers to many kinds of African American hairstyles and hair care. As a little girl enlists the help of her family in finding her bedtime bonnet, beautifully rich illustrations introduce readers to many kinds of African American hairstyles and hair care. Show less

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Black Is A Rainbow Color

Black Is A Rainbow Color

by Joy, Angela

Book - 2020

"From hair braids to community leaders, this book celebrates the color black as a representation of history, culture and identity." "From hair braids to community leaders, this book celebrates the color black as a representation of history, culture and identity." Show less

"From hair braids to community leaders, this book celebrates the color black as a representation of history, culture and identity." "From hair braids to community leaders, this book celebrates the color black as a representation of history, culture and identity." Show less

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Clean Getaway

Clean Getaway

by Stone, Nic

Book - 2020

Scoob and his G'ma head off on a wild adventure, recreating a 1963 road trip that she never finished. Scoob and his G'ma head off on a wild adventure, recreating a 1963 road trip that she never finished. Show less

Scoob and his G'ma head off on a wild adventure, recreating a 1963 road trip that she never finished. Scoob and his G'ma head off on a wild adventure, recreating a 1963 road trip that she never finished. Show less

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From the Desk of Zoe Washington

From the Desk of Zoe Washington

by Marks, Janae

Book - 2020

Zoe strikes up a secret correspondence with an incarcerated family member while also trying to prove to her parents that she could compete in the Kids Bake Challenge. Zoe strikes up a secret correspondence with an incarcerated family member while also trying to prove to her parents that she could compete in the Kids Bake Challenge. Show less

Zoe strikes up a secret correspondence with an incarcerated family member while also trying to prove to her parents that she could compete in the Kids Bake Challenge. Zoe strikes up a secret correspondence with an incarcerated family member while also trying to prove to her parents that she could compete in the Kids Bake Challenge. Show less

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Going Down Home With Daddy

Going Down Home With Daddy

by Lyons, Kelly Starling

Book - 2019

Their annual reunion is an important tradition for Lil Alan's family, but this year he worries he'll have nothing to contribute to the celebration. Their annual reunion is an important tradition for Lil Alan's family, but this year he worries he'll have nothing to contribute to the celebration. Show less

Their annual reunion is an important tradition for Lil Alan's family, but this year he worries he'll have nothing to contribute to the celebration. Their annual reunion is an important tradition for Lil Alan's family, but this year he worries he'll have nothing to contribute to the celebration. Show less

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Kamala Harris

Kamala Harris

Rooted in Justice

by Grimes, Nikki

Book - 2020

A picture book biography of Vice President Kamala Harris. A picture book biography of Vice President Kamala Harris. Show less

A picture book biography of Vice President Kamala Harris. A picture book biography of Vice President Kamala Harris. Show less

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Look Both Ways

Look Both Ways

A Tale Told in Ten Blocks

by Reynolds, Jason

Book - 2019

Ten separate yet connected stories following kids walking home from school on ten different blocks in a neighborhood. Ten separate yet connected stories following kids walking home from school on ten different blocks in a neighborhood. Show less

Ten separate yet connected stories following kids walking home from school on ten different blocks in a neighborhood. Ten separate yet connected stories following kids walking home from school on ten different blocks in a neighborhood. Show less

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