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7 children's books that celebrate Black History Month and build confidence

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The history of Black History Month
Celebrate Black History Month with these 7 children''s books.
ByIvory Amarah Ward
February 17, 2022, 9:01 AM

Black History Month is a chance to celebrate Black history and have conversations that help everyone grow. For children, it's also an important time to see themselves -- and others like them -- represented in books.

Keep scrolling to shop seven children's books that you can read this Black History Month, including some that represent and illustrate different skins tones and various cultures.

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"The Year We Learned to Fly" by Jacqueline Woodson

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"Stacey's Extraordinary Words" by Stacey Abrams

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"The ABCs of Black History" by Rio Cortez

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"Dream Big, Little One" by Vashti Harrison

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"Change Sings: A Children's Anthem" by Amanda Gorman

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"Who Are Your People?" by Bakari Sellers

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