A World of Food: The Caribbean by Jen Green Published by Franklin Watts, 2016 PB:32pp Food is something that we all have in common. We all need to eat to stay alive but the staggering variety of foods eaten around the world and the variety of ways in which they are cooked makes for a…
Another 101 Black Inventors and their Inventions by Joy James Published by: Joy D alwis James, 2022 PB: 226pp Following on from 101 Black Inventors and their Inventions, come and meet another 101 of the world s greatest Black inventors ranging from superb scientists to incredible innovators to exciting entrepreneurs who have changed the face…
Black and British: A Short, Essential History by David Olusugo Published by Macmillan Children s Books, 2020 PB: 176pp A short, essential introduction to Black British history for readers of 12+ by award-winning historian and broadcaster David Olusoga. When did Africans first come to Britain? Who are the well-dressed black children in Georgian paintings? Why…
Black And British: An Illustrated History by David Olusoga Published by: Macmillan Children s Books, 2021 HC:80pp The essential starting place for anyone who wants to learn about Black British History. David Olusoga’s thought provoking text charts the forgotten histories of Black people in Britain from Roman times right through to the present day. From…
Black Scientists & Inventors in the UK: Milleniums of Inventions & Innovations by Michael Williams and Manyonyi Amalemba Published by BIS, 2015 PB:278pp Black Scientists & Inventors in the UK: Millenniums of Inventions & Innovations is the first comprehensive study of the black (African) contribution in science and technology in particular and other contributions in…
Children of Color Storybook Bible Published by Urban Spirit Publishing, 2001 HB:245pp Using the rich, full-colour illustrations of African-American artist Victor Hogan and an easy-to-read text adapted from the International Children s Bible, the Children of Color Storybook Bible shows children that they are an important part of God s Word and His plan for…
Do Hard Things: A Teenage Rebellion Against Low Expectations by Alex & Brett Harris Published by Multnomah Press, 2016 PB:320pp Most people don t expect you to understand what we re going to tell you in this book. And even if you understand, they don t expect you to care. And even if you care,…
Don t Give It Away! A Workbook of Self-Awareness and Self- Affirmations for Young Women by Iyanla Vanzant Published by Scribner, 1999 PB:126pp From New York Times bestselling author and star of the Oprah Winfrey Network s hit show Iyanla: Fix My Life, an illustrated workbook of affirmations for self-healing and exercises for personal exploration, perfect for teenagers…
Great Black Heroes: 5 Brave Explorers by Wade Hudson Published by Cartwheel Books, 1995 PB:48pp Combining biographical information with vivid illustrations and photographs, an introduction to five noted explorers tells the stories of Mae Jemison, Esteban, James Beckwourth, Jean Baptiste Pointe duSable, and Matthew Henson. Original.
Little Leaders Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison Published by Puffin, 2019 PB:96pp Featuring 40 trailblazing black women in the world s history, this book educates and inspires as it relates true stories of women who broke boundaries and exceeded all expectations. Debut author illustrator Vashti Harrison pairs captivating text with stunning illustrations…
Mansa Munsa and the Empire of Mali by P.James Oliver Published by Create Space Independent Publishing Platform,2013 PB: 128pp Oliver s well-researched biography of Mansa Musa reads like an exotic tale of gold, glory, and adventure. During his long reign as Mali s emperor, Mansa Musa led his empire into its Golden Age; presided over…
Marley Dias Gets It Done and So Can You! By Marley Dias Publisher Scholastic, 2018 PB: 208 Marley Dias has something important to say! With an introduction from Disney s A Wrinkle in Timedirector Ava DuVernay. In this keep-it-real guide, 1000 Black Girl Books blogger Marley Dias tells kids how she s turned her passion for…
Natural Hair for Young Women by Phylecia Tarael-Anu Published by: Anu Publishing, 2013 PB, 134pp iHairNatural.com presents the book for young women with natural hair entitled Natural Hair for Young Women , as the first in its series of books which provides a holistic approach to natural black hair for young women. This book…
Respect: The Walter Tull Story by Michaela Morgan Published by Barrington Stoke, 2020 PB:64pp Tully and his brother don t have much. But they do have each other. And Tully has an amazing talent. Football. But when the First World War begins, Tully must fight for respect on the battlefield not the pitch … Based…
The extraordinary life of Mary Seacole by Halleana Harris Published by Puffin, 2019 PB:128pp Mary Seacole is now known for her medical work in the Crimean war, and as a brilliant woman who combated the racial prejudice she experienced in her lifetime. But for a long time her story was lost. From growing up in…
The Power of a Praying Teen by Stormie Omartian Published by Harvest House, 2005 PB: 2008pp Bestselling author Stormie Omartian raised teenagers to adulthood, and her mother s heart for this age group (14- to 18-year-olds) gives her the perfect foundation for a book on prayer specifically targeting this exciting and challenging time of life….