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• Black Girl Power

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  A vibrant, heartwarming collection of 15 middle grade stories and poems that celebrates the joy, strength, and experience of Black girlhood, including stories from Ibi Zoboi, Sharon M. Draper, and Leah Johnson, as well as cover art from Caldecott…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• My Hair Is a Book

  Oso, Maisha,

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  Energetic and empowering, this celebration of the uniqueness and beauty of Black hair and hairstyles takes readers on a journey through time and space where they’ll witness how Black hair has been telling stories for generations.

• Jax Freeman and the Phantom Shriek

  Mbalia, Kwame,

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  12-year-old Jax Freeman discovers a secret world where a diverse group of students with unique talents wield magic by summoning the power of their ancestors. This unique magic-school fantasy series debut makes Black history a thrilling adventure for…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Esi the Brave (who Was Not Afraid of Anything)

  Mensah, Bernard (Children's author),

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  While at the annual Kakamotobi Festival with her parents, brave Ghanaian girl Esi, who isn’t afraid of anything, must be the bravest she’s ever been when her parents disappear in a sea of scary monster masks.

• Black Star

  Alexander, Kwame,

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  The thrilling second book in the #1 New York Times bestselling DOOR OF NO RETURN trilogy stars Kofi’s granddaughter, Charley, who’s set on becoming the first female pitcher to play professional ball but who soon has to contend with the tensions…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Black Lives

  Great Minds of Science

  Bolden, Tonya,

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  This fun and accessible graphic novel for middle grade readers brings to light the lives of great but lesser-known Black scientists.

• We Are Free, You & Me

  Kaepernick, Colin, 1987-

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  This poetic anthem invites even the youngest readers to believe they are loved and worthy, presented by activists Colin Kaepernick and Nessa Diab.

• Cicely Tyson

  Watson, Renée,

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  A picture book biography about the life of Cicely Tyson, an Academy, Tony and three-time Emmy Award-winning actress and trailblazer who left an indelible mark on the world through her screen and stage roles.

• The Night Market

  Wedlick, Seina,

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  Journey with a young girl as she explores the mesmerizing wonders of a Nigerian night market, where each stall is an adventure waiting to be discovered! Filled with vibrant illustrations, this captivating picture book invites young readers into a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Parker's Slumber Party

  Curry, Parker,

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  Parker is so excited. She is having a slumber party with her friends! There will be games, crafts, and even cupcakes with sprinkles! They don’t want the fun to end, but can they stay up all night?

• As You Wish

  Jones, Nashae,

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  A girl learns the hard way to be careful what she wishes for in this sweet and funny middle grade rom-com featuring a chaos-loving West African trickster god.

• A Song for August

  the Inspiring Life of Playwright August Wilson

  Denmead, Sally,

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  An ode to one of America's foremost Black playwrights, August Wilson, and a meditation on culture, erasure, and what ultimately drives an artist's desire to create.

• Bella Ballerina

  Draper, Sharon M. (Sharon Mills),

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  A debut picture book about a timid little ballerina who learns that the show must go on—and will—with a little help from her friends.

• The Art of Friendship

  Pierre, Elle,

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  Set in a whimsical world with both human and animal friends, this debut graphic novel series is about besties who make crafts, mistakes, and--most importantly--friendships.

• Stacey Speaks Up

  Abrams, Stacey,

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  As TacoPizza FryDay approaches, Stacey can’t wait for the last lunchtime of the week, but when she discovers some of her classmates can’t afford to eat, she and her friends, with the help of their community, devise a plan to make their voices…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• A Split Second

  Marks, Janae,

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  Waking up the morning after her birthday to discover six months have passed, Elise is unable to recall the last half year and must find a way to recover her past. This stunningly crafted and twisty mystery about the tests of friendship examines what…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Baby Dunks-A-Lot

  Tatum, Jayson, 1998-

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  Inspired by Jayson Tatum’s life as both an NBA superstar and a loving dad, this laugh-out-loud picture book is the story of what happens when a tot becomes an NBA teammate.

• Radiant

  Nelson, Vaunda Micheaux,

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  A historical middle-grade novel in verse from Coretta Scott King winner Vaunda Micheaux Nelson. As school begins in 1963, Cooper Dale wrestles with what it means to “shine” for a black girl as she faces bullying in a predominantly white community…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• My Dog Is Best

  Catrow, David,

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  An easy-to-read book about funny dogs and the kids who love them, perfect for kindergarten and first grade readers.