Books like Justice Rising: 12 Amazing Black Women in the Civil Rights Movement
Award winning
Little Melba and Her Big Trombone
Katheryn Russell-Brown, 2014
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates perseverance and passion in young Melba Doretta Liston.
Incorporates vibrant illustrations enhancing storytelling.
Introduces children to historical jazz music context.
Encourages musical interest and historial knowledge.
Little Melba and Her Big Trombone
Katheryn Russell-Brown, 2014
Award winning
I Am John Lewis: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires civic engagement and social justice awareness.
Highlights perseverance and courage through relatable storytelling.
Encourages dialogue on equality and human rights.
Empowers children to be proactive citizens.
I Am John Lewis: Ordinary People Change the World
Brad Meltzer, 2023
Award winning
She Persisted: Coretta Scott King
Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Starling Lyons, 2022
80 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Coretta Scott King's powerful life story.
Highlights themes of perseverance and social justice.
Educates on historical American civil rights movements.
Encourages discussions on equality and personal values.
She Persisted: Coretta Scott King
Chelsea Clinton, Kelly Starling Lyons, 2022
Award winning
Because of You, John Lewis
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires activism and leadership through John Lewis' life.
Educates on civil rights history in an accessible way.
Encourages empathy and understanding in young readers.
Vibrant illustrations complement the powerful narrative.
Because of You, John Lewis
Andrea Davis Pinkney, 2022
Award winning
Ketanji: Justice Jackson's Journey to the U.S. Supreme Court
Kekla Magoon, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires resilience through Justice Jackson's real-life story.
Highlights determination in overcoming societal barriers.
Educational insight into the U.S. judicial system.
Encourages discussions on equality and justice.
Ketanji: Justice Jackson's Journey to the U.S. Supreme Court
Kekla Magoon, 2023
Award winning
The Faith of Elijah Cummings: The North Star of Equal Justice
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
40 pages
Why to read
Inspires justice, equality through Elijah Cummings' life story.
Educational: teaches important civil rights history.
Stimulates discussions on fairness and leadership.
Engages young readers with compelling storytelling.
The Faith of Elijah Cummings: The North Star of Equal Justice
Carole Boston Weatherford, 2022
Award winning
Unbreakable Black Women Who Shaped America
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Wright, 2023
35 pages
Why to read
Showcases triumphant stories of influential Black women.
Inspires empowerment and resilience in young readers.
Educational content that enhances historical knowledge.
Encourages discussions on diversity and achievement.
Unbreakable Black Women Who Shaped America
Aaron Hartzler, Aaron Wright, 2023
Award winning
Bold Women in Black History
Jada Little, 2020
56 pages
Why to read
Highlights influential Black women’s achievements.
Encourages empowerment and self-confidence in young readers.
Educational content that supports history learning.
Inspires discussions on equality and perseverance.
