Children's Book Corner-New Books to Discover from Black and Brown Authors
Children's Book Corner features books about black and brown children from black and brown authors and illustrators. Please be advised these are my opinions. I do get a small fee from affiliate links.
As a child, I was always an avid reader. My mom was a preschool teacher and taught me and my sisters to read at an early age, I always had an love for books. Libraries and book stores were my go-to as a kid. I remember my mom would give us an allowance, 90% of the times mine's would always go to the bookstore! That new book smell is the greatest!
Mufaro's Beautiful Daughter by John Steptoe
My favorite go-to book as a child was Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters-An African Tale by John Steptoe. This book has always drawn me in with it's beautiful pictures and great storytelling as a child and even as an adult. Perfect for ages 4 and up.
Last Stop on Market Street by Matt De La Pena
The Last Stop on Market Street by Matt De La Pena is an awesome book I found a couple of years ago. The artistry in this book is stunning and the story will draw you in. It's like you're there riding the bus with CJ taking in the sights and the sounds! Perfect for 3 and up!
\Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed
Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed is for every child that dreams of being in space one day! It tells the beginnings story of Dr. Mae Jameson, the first African American woman in space so well. I loved it. The pictures, the words, everything about this book is awesome. Perfect for ages 4 and up.
I loved this book. The book explores not only knowing "I am enough" but also that others are too! The artistry was also beautiful in this book and have multiple characters that were not only different races and shades, but also sizes and abilities. Recommended for kids Ages 4-8.
I Am Every Good Thing by Derrick Barnes
This book is great for all children, but especially boys. This book is so uplifting and filled with positive affirmations. Also each page is filled with beautiful illustrations of black boys being superheroes to everyday. I can see this book being a daily reader. Recommended Ages are 3-7, but I would say for anyone with son of any age needs this book.
It's Test Day, Tiger Turcotte by Pansie Hart Flood
This book was a pleasant surprise. From the title I wasn't expecting the subject matter of this book, it's a refreshing take on how we see ourselves. I loved how as the story unfolds, I can easily put myself into Tiger's shoes. It was a fun and it just flowed, making you want to read every single page. It is a short chapter book and is recommended for ages 7-10 years old, but could definitely be a bedtime book for families with younger children.
This week as we start Black History Month, I wanted to review a few books about real life people of the past who persevered. Though each book was written for children, I would recommend to readers of all ages. All of the books were very inspirational.
Child of the Civil Rights Movement by Paula Young Shelton, Illustrated by Raul Colon
This book is awesome. It is told through the eyes of a little girl about the Historic Civil Right March from Selma to Montgomery, who is actually the author of the book, Paula Young Shelton. Shelton is actually the daughter of Civil Rights Activist Andrew Young and this is her story. I loved the way she told of historical events that happened from the perspective of a child and I really think children will gravitate to this book. It is recommended for ages 4-8.
This book was so inspiring and is about never giving up. It is the story of Mary Walker, who at 116 learned to read. What is even more amazing is that her life spanned from the before Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement. It is recommended for ages 4-8.
This book was so inspiring and is about never giving up. It is the story of Mary Walker, who at 116 learned to read. What is even more amazing is that her life spanned from the before Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement. It is recommended for ages 4-8.
This book is about the story of Florence Mills who was an amazing singer and philanthropist during the Harlem Renaissance. I had never heard of her before, this book introduced me to this wonderful woman who made such an impact on the Harlem Renaissance and helped to break down color barriers. Recommended ages 4-8.
Charlotte and the Nutcracker: The True Story of a Girl Who Made Ballet History
