History

Elementary

Harlem's Little Blackbird

Renee Watson

A young singer rises from hardship to Broadway, inspiring change and championing civil rights with her voice.

Echo and Echo

Marilyn Singer

Discover Greek myths through reversible poems offering two perspectives, revealing hidden sides of classic tales.

Hayao Miyazaki

Yeonsil Yoo

Discover how a little boy growing up in wartime Tokyo turned his dreams and challenges into a creative legacy!

Shaking Things Up

Susan Hood

Discover inspiring poetry celebrating fourteen revolutionary young women, each paired with an incredible artist!

Sewing the Rainbow

Gayle E. Pitman

In a gray Kansas town, a boy with big dreams transforms the world with a flag full of color, joy, and pride!

Courage Like Kate

Anna Crowley Redding

A twelve-year-old lighthouse keeper saves twenty-three sailors with bravery and spirit in 19th-century Connecticut.

The History of Juneteenth

Arlisha Norwood PhD

Discover the history of Juneteenth in a colorful journey celebrating freedom and its impact today!

Stay Curious

Katherine Krull and Paul Brewer

The true story of how a curious and courageous young boy became a science legend despite life's challenges.

Mae Makes Way

Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich

Discover the journey of a pioneering hat designer who broke barriers and celebrated style, all in this vibrant picture book.

Middle School

Safiyyah's War

Hiba Noor Kahn

A brave young girl in Nazi-occupied Paris uncovers her father's secret role in saving lives.

Where is Anne Frank?

Ari Folman

Kitty, Anne Frank's imaginary friend, comes to life and uncovers Anne's story and legacy.

Santiago

Jay Hosler

A hilarious graphic novel & true story of the pioneer of modern neuroscience and his early dreams of being an artist.

Show Me a Sign

Ann Clare Lezotte

A deaf girl embarks on a dangerous journey to free another from isolation in this gripping tale.

The Thrilling Adventures of Lovelace and Babbage

S. Padua

A funny graphic novel where a Victorian inventor and a pioneering programmer tackle math, mystery and mayhem!

High School

Flowers in the Gutter

K.R. Gaddy

A group of brave teens defy Nazi rule, risking everything to fight for freedom and justice.

The Most Dazzling Girl in Berlin

Kip Wilson

In 1930s Berlin, an orphan discovers love and her true self at a vibrant cabaret amidst rising unrest.

Dream Country

Shannon Gibney

Five generations seek freedom across continents and time in this powerful, unforgettable tale.

I Must Betray You

Ruta Septys

1989 Romania, a teen spy must choose between betraying his country or to fight a brutal regime.