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The Story of Black History Box Set: Biography Books for New Readers (The Story of: A Biography Series for New Readers)

The Story of Black History Box Set: Biography Books for New Readers (The Story of: A Biography Series for New Readers)

The Story of Black History Box Set: Biography Books for New Readers (The Story of: A Biography Series for New Readers)
Price: $34.18
(as of Sep 25, 2021 21:30:18 UTC – Details)


Stories of incredible Black visionaries for kids ages 6 to 9

Meet five amazing individuals who have changed the world through their courage, vision, and determination. This curated box set of Black history books for kids gives young readers a glimpse into the lives and contributions of these remarkable Black men and women. How will they inspire you?

  • Harriet Tubman―A celebrated leader in the fight to free people from slavery and an intrepid guide for the Underground Railroad.
  • Jackie Robinson―The first Black Major League Baseball player and an important figure in the fight for civil rights.
  • Martin Luther King Jr.―Challenged racism and overcame hardships to follow his passion and do the right thing, becoming one of the most important civil rights leaders in America.
  • Barack Obama―Made history becoming the first African American president of the United States, and fought for the environment, health care, and civil rights.
  • Simone Biles―Became the greatest gymnast of all time, winning more medals than anyone in history, including five Olympic and 25 World Championships.

Each of these Black history for kids books also includes a short quiz, visual timeline, definitions of new words and ideas, and a section to review each hero’s legacy for this generation and those to come.

Help kids learn about the lives of these important Black heroes, the moments that made them who they are, and how they made their mark on the world.


From the Publisher

Inspiring stories of Black Americans for kids ages 6 to 9Inspiring stories of Black Americans for kids ages 6 to 9

gives early readers a chance to explore the lives of five remarkable black men and womengives early readers a chance to explore the lives of five remarkable black men and women

[Cover: The Story of Harriet Tubman]

[Cover: The Story of Harriet Tubman]

[Cover: The Story of Jackie Robinson]

[Cover: The Story of Jackie Robinson]

[Cover: The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.]

[Cover: The Story of Martin Luther King Jr.]

Freedom fighter

A celebrated leader in the fight to free people from slavery, Harriet Tubman was also an intrepid guide for the Underground Railroad.

Major leaguer

Jackie Robinson was the first Black Major League Baseball player and an influential figure in the fight for civil rights.

Inspirational leader

Martin Luther King Jr. challenged racism and overcame hardships to follow his passion and do the right thing, becoming one of the most important civil rights leaders in America.

[Cover: The Story of Barack Obama]

[Cover: The Story of Barack Obama]

[Cover: The Story of Simone Biles]

[Cover: The Story of Simone Biles]

American president

Barack Obama made history by becoming the first African American president of the United States and fought for the environment, health care, and civil rights.

World-class athlete

Simone Biles became the greatest gymnast of all time, winning more medals than anyone in history, including five Olympic and 25 World Championships.

Publisher‏:‎Rockridge Press (October 5, 2021)
Language‏:‎English
ISBN-10‏:‎1638788723
ISBN-13‏:‎978-1638788720
Reading age‏:‎6 – 9 years
Grade level‏:‎3 – 4
Item Weight‏:‎2 pounds
Dimensions‏:‎14.2 x 19 x 7 inches

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