Celebrated childrens author virginia hamilton put together this wonderful collection of black american folktales. Africans for tudor england is my current number one book. Shea serrano is the author of the new york times bestseller basketball and other things. Top 10 books for black history month books the guardian. This month we feature our teaching guide 10 ideas for teaching black history month as well as additional k12 curriculum and other resources to bring the themes of black history month to your classroom during february and throughout the year. Here are some wonderful books to read all year round, especially during this time of the year. Since 1976, the united states has officially recognized february as black history month or african american history month, though its origins began a halfcentury earlier.
But if youre looking for some fresh titles by black authors to add to your toberead pile this black history. From canonical classics to childrens books and contemporary novels, discovering a new favorite read is a fun way to celebrate and honor the african american experience. Abebooks offers an immense selection of books for black history month, including books by influential black authors, books with black protagonists, books about. February is here, which means were celebrating black history month. February is black history month in the united states and canadaand its a great time to educate your kids about the history of african americans in the u. Tagged andrea davis pinkney, black history month, brian pinkney, greensboro four, martin luther king, picture book, read aloud, segregation, sitin how four friends stood up by sitting down, woolworth post navigation black history month bulletin board or other display. The color purple by alice walker, their eyes were watching god by zora neale hurston, between the world and me by. He places the protests that launched the 1960 sitin movement in a much broader context and a longer history of black activism. So here are 10 book suggestions for black history month. My minibook of famous africanamericans printable 2nd. Black history month books for all ages scholastic parents. Black history month is officially in full effect, and as i made my way onto the northern line at balham station last week, little did i know that i would be starting the month off with a bit of a. Lyles station indiana was a small african american settlement in southern indiana founded by freed slave joshua lyles. Black history month is an annual celebration of achievements by african americans and a time for recognizing the central role of blacks in u.
Celebrate black history with kids of all ages by reading these stories of africanamericans. Picture books for black history month and all year mama. Share stories of african americans that will deepen childrens understanding of history and social issues. These are some of our favorite books for people of all ages.
The annual observance is dedicated to the acknowledgement, remembrance, and celebration of notable, influential black people throughout history and their experiences. Black history is american history and should be integrated into the curriculum throughout the school year. Broken by love, lincoln fraser is back in the city of his birth. African american history month, also called black history month, a monthlong commemoration of african american history and achievement that takes place each february in the united states. February marks black history month, an important time to recognize and learn about african american history and contributions. The story of ballerina raven wilkinson, by leda schubert, read more. Jan 31, 2017 celebrate black history month with these great books. Set in bois sauvage, mississippi, salvage the bones describes the dreamlike arrival of hurricane katrina. Contact 301 rhode island avenue, nw suite 2204 washington, dc 20001. Houston is home to thousands of black americans, and february is when the united states officially celebrates the rich history and numerous historical contributions of the black community for black history month.
Celebrate black history month with these great books. And if you like a lot of these authors, they have other material as well, i wanted to promote as many different authors as possible. Woodson had specific goals when he created negro history week, what later became black history month, in 1926. How often do you read children books featuring prominent figures in african american history, or black characters. Once a year, we as a nation dedicate a month to celebrate the incredible achievements and contributions of black americans. Kids reads to honor black history month little bee books. Students can cut, color, and assemble the pictures and biographies into a minibook that can be used as part of a black history month bulletin board or other display. It began as a way of remembering important people and events in the. The history of black people in england often is not highlighted and lost and on a global perspective black people in england are seen as immigrants though we have been here since the inception of briton. Once a year, we as a nation dedicate a month to celebrate. I remember growing up in rural ga and learning to recite poetry written by famous africanamerican poets.
Jan 26, 2015 celebrate black history month with some powerful reads. Alice walker shelved 29 times as blackhistorymonth avg rating 4. This national book award winner is as elegant and evocative as a poem. With books about everything from jazz and jackie robinson to slavery and segregation, there are many rich biographies and themes to explore with children during black history month. Find the books you want all in one place and at prices youll love. These reads, ranging from stories about civil rights heroes to modern tales of perseverance, will spark. Black history books celebrate black history month barnes. Narrative of the life of frederick douglass frederick douglass. Browse novels from standout voices including tori morrison, michelle obama, tanehisi coates, maya angelou, oprah winfrey and many more. For black history month, ebyr is proud to highlight books that bring to life the past with its trials and triumphs through africanamerican voices and characters.
Black history month is a time for americans to pay close attention to our history. Children of any background will be enthralled by the determined spirit of the real people whore featured in these stories. Picture book biographies are a wonderful tool to teach about how women changed the course of history, whether it be in the fields of science, art, social justice, government or on any other front. For example, teen librarians at the rust library, a branch of the loudoun county va public library system, will present a series of programs including a group discussion of the 2003 author award book, the bronx. The 18 best black books of all time for black history month. From colonial to contemporary times by susan altman this outstanding collection of short, easytoread biographies and historical events is designed to acquaint children of all races with the accomplishments of extraordinary people. Black history month books showing 150 of 1,674 the color purple paperback by. There will be education, entertainment, guest speakers and a lite meal saturday, february 25, 6. Celebrate black history with kids of all ages by reading these stories of africanamericans overcoming adversity and making their multicultural mark on the world. Incidents in the life of a slave girl this slave narrative by harriet ann jacobs was originally published in 1861 just as the american civil war began.
Because our children are making a piece of history every day. While most of these books are for middle grade readers, the stories in this book can be enjoyed by kids as young as 5. As the us and canada celebrate black history month eight months before the europeans penguin have released a list of essential reading. This is not only an opportunity to strike up necessary and educational conversations with our friends, coworkers. Picture books about women in history what do we do all day. This outstanding collection of short, easytoread biographies and historical events is designed to acquaint children of all races with the accomplishments of extraordinary. From classic novels to contemporary memoirs, this list shows just how vast and rich the black. Here, dyson is a black preacher talking to a white congregation in frank and honest terms thats meant to be a wakeup call and. The following are some of our favorite books for black history month and all year long.
February is not only black history month, but it is also the month when many titles by black authors are released. Fortunately, there are authors and illustrators who have done an exceptional job of researching and telling stories that compel children to ask questions and learn more about a part of our history that should not be forgotten. Oct 08, 2017 its black history month, which means we all get superpowers. These childrens books are great conversation starters to discuss black history month with your middlegrade reader. Thanks to penguin platform for sponsoring this, and thanks. Prominent black writers and intellectuals share their favorite books for black history month with glamour. He wanted to instill pride in black americans and make black history synonymous with american history. Dont read these titles only during black history month these are great books to read any time of the year. I strongly believe that if you want to know where you are going, you need to know where youre from. So stop by your local library or bookstore and stock up on some amazing read alouds that also happen to have black characters. Some describe our different histories while others show the joys and. For february, black history month, im offering four books that capture the essence of the africanamerican experience in our country. Feb 06, 2018 so here are 10 book suggestions for black history month.
Black history is a tale so devoid of logic, it frustrates the young reader. Picture books for black history month and all year. Sometimes we have a tendency to skip over or minimize the painful parts of u. Professor suggests 16 books for black history month. This book list originally posted on the kids are all right book riot newsletter on 12818. Told in the words of his son, a place called freedom is historical fiction based on joshuas story of journeying to and starting lyles station. Ala source for black history month book recommendations. Black history month is an annual observance originating in the united states, where it is also known as africanamerican history month. It has received official recognition from governments in the united states and canada, and more recently has been observed unofficially in ireland, the netherlands, and the united kingdom. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and absolutely recommend it because it captures the essence of both the underground railroad and.
Were sharing graphic novels, biographies, poetry, young adult novels and even a coffee table book, so no matter what kind of books you love to load up. Black history month will also provide an opportunity for libraries to showcase past coretta scott king book award winners. Although march womens history month, anytime is a good time to read childrens books about trailblazing women. There are tons of great ways to celebrate black history month parades, movie marathons, trips to the museums but for the book nerds its clearly another great excuse to break out the books. Black history is too rich to cover in a mere month, and so too is black literature.
Hes been abandoned, betrayed, and doesnt see how he can ever trust again. Best childrens books for black history month black history month is especially important to me. Our 10 top childrens books for black history month are paired with teaching guides to help you explain each story and engage students in learning about slavery, civil. African american history month description, history. In honor of black history month, our friends at real simple have rounded up a list of incredible books that should definitely make your saturday reading list. The 18 best black books of all time for black history month black. Kali johnson is stuck in a world that feels too much for her. February is black history month, and today i am highlighting some wonderful picture books. Oct 05, 2017 black history month is officially in full effect, and as i made my way onto the northern line at balham station last week, little did i know that i would be starting the month off with a bit of a. Read on to discover five great books for black history month, or click to browse the complete collection on our website. Favorite books for black history month reading rockets. Feb 09, 2015 february is not only black history month, but it is also the month when many titles by black authors are released. Childrens books about black history, heavy on biographies.