We have put together a selection of books and resources for various age ranges which all send a positive and educational message about Black culture.
Black History Month with CBeebies
Watch these dads and daughters discussing everything from Rosa Parks to the Jamaican football team together during Black History Month.
BBC Black History Month Learning Resources
The BBC have put together black history, heritage, culture and achievements resources suitable for use with both primary and secondary school pupils.
Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History // Exceptional Men in Black History
Ages 4 – 6
Telling the stories of trailblazers in Black American history.
Ages 4 – 6
Written in a frank and honest tone, it will offer a clear explanation of what racism is and how to know when you see it.
Ages 4 – 8
Inspired by Mae Jackson, the first African American woman to travel in space
Ages 6 – 8
Will spark conversations about differences and what makes us all special, the book “introduces race as just one of many chapters in a person’s story.”
Age 12+
A digestible story for young people and teens about the historical and present racism in America.
This Book Is Anti-Racist: 20 lessons on how to wake up, take action and do the work
Ages 11 – 15
This book aims to empower the reader to “actively defy racism and xenophobia to create a community (large and small) that truly honours everyone.”
