Farmer Will Allen and the Growing Table
The story of former basketball star and current urban farmer and activist, Will Allen, whose vision of gardening from abandoned urban sites led to a grassroots feeding craze.
Black History Month Children’s Nonfiction
The lives of Black people, past and present, real and imaginary, are illuminated in the appealing titles below. Whether you choose the straight-forward biography of a contemporary activist, an alphabet book that traces the trajectory of Black history or an illustrated poem that portrays a child’s shifting emotions and experiences, you’ll find plenty to pore over and enjoy. For more titles focused on Black history and culture, check out these booklists for kids and teens.
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A Place Inside of Me: A Poem to Heal the Heart
Illustrations and easy-to-read text express a child’s awareness of being filled with deep emotions, from joy to sorrow and anger to compassion, but above all, love. You can also check out this title as eBook on OverDrive/Libby.
The ABCs of Black History
B is for Beautiful, Brave and Bright! And for a Book that takes a Bold journey through the alphabet of Black history and culture. You can also check out this title as eBook on OverDrive/Libby.
Build a House
Steeped in sorrow and joy, resilience and resolve, turmoil and transcendence, this dramatic debut offers a proud view of history and a vital message for readers of all ages: honor your heritage, express your truth, and let your voice soar, even–or perhaps especially–when your heart is heaviest.
The People Remember
A lyrical narrative that recounts the journey of African descendants in America by connecting their history to the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Includes author’s note and timeline of events. You can also check out this title as eAudio on OverDrive or as eAudio on Hoopla.