Theme: African American

Never Forgotten

By Book Importer | Published: November 21, 2011

This gorgeous picture book by Newbery Honor winner Patricia C. McKissack and two-time Caldecott Medal-winning husband-and-wife team Leo and Diane Dillon is sure to become a treasured keepsake for African American families. Set in West Africa, here is a lyrical story-in-verse about a young black boy who is kidnapped and sold into slavery, which will [...]

Descriptors: Africa, Historical Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Mali, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

Shades of Black

By Book Importer | Published: December 7, 2010

Photographs and poetic text celebrate the beauty and diversity of African American children.

Descriptors: Americas, Concept Book, Early Years (ages 2-6), Primary (ages 6-9), United States of America » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Sunrise over Fallujah

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

Robin Perry, from Harlem, is sent to Iraq in 2003 as a member of the Civilian Affairs Battalion at the beginning of Operation Iraqui Freedom, and he will be the liaison between the military and the Iraqis. His time there profoundly changes him.

Descriptors: Iraq, Realistic Fiction, Young Adult (ages 14-18) » Other Themes: , , , , , » 1 Comment