Our hope is that this list will help you expand your knowledge of the black literary canon, and discover the richness of the diaspora. Here are our 12 books to read for black history month. Edited by national book award finalist ibi zoboi, and featuring some of the most acclaimed bestselling black authors writing for teens todayblack enough is an essential collection of captivating stories about what its like to be young and black in america. The color purple by alice walker, their eyes were watching god. On this list of essential books for black history month, youll likely find some classics you know and love. This memoir by frederick douglass is set in early 19th century, and it recounts douglasss life as a slave and his determination to become a free man. Top 10 books for black history month books the guardian. Narrative of the life of frederick douglass, an american slave, by frederick douglass. A selection of books which can be highlighted during black history month and. Black history month is the annual celebration of achievements by african americans and a time for recognizing their central role in u. In striving to enrich the lives of all readers, teachingbooks supports the first amendment and celebrates the right to read. This month is devoted to educating and celebrating notable individuals and their accomplishments, organizations, events and the movements of the africa diaspora.
Incidents in the life of a slave girl this slave narrative by harriet ann jacobs was originally published in 1861 just as the american civil war began. Best childrens books for black history month black history month is especially important to me. I strongly believe that if you want to know where you. As we move to the end of black history month, more than 5 decades from that. Check out some of the most celebrated books to offer insight into the broad range of the african. Its always a good time to celebrate black voices, and literature is one of the best ways to honor some of the communitys most illuminating stories.
Black history month focuses on history, just like the name. Its 1960, and the bridges family moves from their home state of mississippi to. Black history month is celebrated in february in the united states, making this the perfect moment for. Click for a list of essential black history month books. Black history month penguin random house library marketing. But you might also see titles and authors that you may have missed. A time line kelly jensen feb 5, 2014 its black history month, and rather than offer up a straightforward book list of young adult titles that highlight aspects of black history in the united states, i wanted to do something different and something that would be much more visually arresting. The color purple by alice walker, their eyes were watching god by zora neale hurston, between the world and me by t.
In the united states, february is black history month. Definitely put together a display for black history month and then never. The 18 best black books of all time for black history month. February is not only black history month, but it is also the month when many titles by black authors are released. From superstar author angie thomas, this stunning novel is inspired by the activists of black lives matter and is 100% required reading for this month and beyond. Black history month booklist centre for literacy in primary education. Month booklist books about books and libraries clpe poetry award 2014. From jesmyn ward to jason reynolds, these powerful writers inspire and shape both the narrative around black history and the future of. For black history month 1 chapters updated feb 04, 2014 12. How to have the same old, same old black history month. John a kirk is the author of three books on martin luther king and the civil rights movement.
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