“We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball” by Kadir Nelson
We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball tells the story of Negro League baseball from its beginnings in the 1920s through the decline after Jackie Robinson crossed over to the majors in 1947.
Grades 3 – 7
“Nappy Hair” by Carolivia Herron, Joe Cepeda
In a unique and vibrant picture book that uses the African-American call-and-response tradition, a family talks back and forth about adorable Brenda’s hair–it’s the nappiest, the curliest, the twistiest hair in the whole family. The family delights in poking gentle fun with their hilarious descriptions, all the time discovering the beauty and meaning of Brenda’s hair.