Thursday, October 9, 2025

Thinking about our heroes

Black Heroes: 51 Inspiring People from Ancient Africa to Modern-Day U.S.A. ~ by Arlisha Norwood, 2020, biographies for children, 212 pages

Meet ancient Egyptian rulers, brilliant scientists, legendary musicians, and civil rights activists.  Black Heroes introduces you to 51 black leaders and role models from both history and modern times.  This black history book for kids features inspirational biographies of trailblazers from the United States, Egypt, Britain, and other places.

Discover where in the world they lived and what their lives were like growing up.  Learn about the obstacles they faced on the way to making groundbreaking accomplishments.  You'll find out how these inspirational figures created lasting change ― and paved the way for future generations.

This book features:
  • Fascinating biographies ― Read about famous icons like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and Harriet Tubman, as well as lesser-known pioneers like aviator Bessie Coleman and astronomer Benjamin Banneker.
  • Ways to learn more ― Every biography includes an idea for a new way to explore the person and their work, like a book to read, website to visit, or video to watch.
  • Colorful portraits ― Bring the historical heroes to life in your imagination with the help of full-color illustrations.

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