Children & Young Adult

Learn about Rebecca Lee Crumpler's fascinating life, the first African American woman to become a doctor in the United States, in the kids book Rebecca Lee Crumpler, part of the Leaders Like Us African American childrens books series. Learn about...

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of Frederick O'Neal. Not only was Frederick O'Neal a leader and pioneer, but he was also a talented actor and entertainer! Follow along to learn more...

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of media titan Cathy Hughes. By founding Radio One-Urban One, Cathy Hughes became one of the most powerful African American media figures in history...

Learn about the amazing accomplishments of literary critic, filmmaker, historian, and professor Henry Louis Gates Jr., that pioneered theories of African American literature using genealogy in the book Henry Louis Gates Jr.--part of the Leaders Like Us...

Everybody is in such a hurry these days--mothers and fathers and sisters and brothers. About the only people who aren't in a hurry are grandfathers. With them there is always time to stop...and look...just as long as you like. This gentle story about...

Learn about Bayard Rustin's fascinating life and how he played a role in one of the most important Civil Rights events in American history in the book Bayard Rustin--part of the Leaders Like Us African American childrens books series. Discover what led...

Book Features: - 24 pages, 10 inches x 8 inches - Ages 6-9, Grades 1-3 leveled readers- Simple, easy-to-read pages with illustrations- Features vocabulary and comprehension and extension activities- Includes reading tips, a timeline, and a glossary The...

An empowering and informative picture book biography about Khutulun, the great-great granddaughter of Genghis Khan, and how she defied the expectations of her time to become commander of the Khan's army. Just like the fourteen brothers that came before...

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of businessman O.W. Gurley. O.W. Gurley quickly became one of the most influential African American businessmen in history. Using his funds to help...

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of activist Georgia Gilmore. Georgia Gilmore is not only remembered for her gift for cooking, but also for her selflessness during the Montgomery Bus...

Book Features: - Ages 8-11, Grades 3-5, Guided Reading Level U, Lexile 870L- 32 pages, 7 inches x 9 inches- Simple, easy-to-read pages with full-color pictures- Includes sports-related vocabulary and review activities- Reading/teaching tips and index...

Learn about the fascinating accomplishments of African American athlete Major Taylor and how he paved the way for other professional cyclists in the book Major Taylor--part of the Leaders Like Us African American childrens books series. Discover what led...

Ridiculous makeup, blinding spotlights, and too much catty drama! Annabelle Daphne Louis starts her second assignment from her therapist to venture outside of her comfort zone at her new school. This time, she's trying her hand at theater. Failing the...

Learn about the fascinating accomplishments of Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman to be elected into United States Congress, in the book Shirley Chisholm--part of the Leaders Like Us African American childrens books series. Dive into...

Annabelle Louis is a new kid and a nobody at McManus Middle School. Her therapist challenges the ever-skeptical Annabelle to try new things and make new friends to help her cope with her mom's upcoming military assignment in Afghanistan. Annabelle takes...

Daphne is a hilarious, fashion-savvy YouTube star. But at school, where Daphne is really Annabelle Louis, seventh-grade super geek, wearing the latest trends is far off her radar. Her therapist, Dr. Varma, suggests she try something new--a wardrobe...