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For Young Readers
- Take-Off: American All-Girl Bands During WWII (Book & CD)
Take-Off - Young reders will learn how all-girls bands during World War II helped establish America's distinguished legacy of jazz music. Author: Tonya Bolden
- M.L.K.: Journey Of A King
"...[N]arrated with Bolden's lively, well-researched text, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s words and deeds are given new life to educate and inspire young minds." Author: Tonya Bolden
- Cause: Reconstruction America, 1863 - 1877
Lushly illustrated, Cause: Reconstruction America helps young readers learn about this fascinating segment of American History - 1863- 1877. Author: Tonya Bolden
- Maritcha: A Nineteenth-Century American Girl
Award-winner! Maritcha brings to life the story of a very ordinary, yet remarkable, girl of nineteeth-century America. A valuable cultural and historical resource for young readers. Author: Tonya Bolden
- The Champ: The Story of Muhammad Ali
Lavishly illustrated, prose-filled tribute to the man known simply as the "The Champ." The story of Muhammad Ali. For children and Ali fans of any age! Author: Tonya Bolden. Illustrator: R. Gregory Christie.
- Wake Up Our Souls: A Celebration of Black American Artists
Wake Up Our Souls is an intriguing introducton to the lives and creations of more than 30 black artists from the 18th century to the present. Published in association with the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Author: Tonya Bolden
- American Patriots: The Story of Blacks in the Military
American Patriots: The Story of Blacks in the Military - This award-winning bestseller, now adapted for young readers [by Tonya Bolden], captures one of the greatest untold stories in American history.
- 33 Things Every Girl Should Know About Women’s History
Ready to learn more about the efforts that have been made on your behalf? Then step inside 33 Things Every Girl Should Know About Women’s History and get empowered. Compiled by Tonya Bolden
- Portraits of African American Heroes
Portraits of African American Heroes is a stunningly beautiful book profiling 20 remarkable men and women who changed their communities and their country. For young readers. Author: Tonya Bolden. Illustrator: Ansel Pitcairn.
- Tell All the Children Our Story
Tell All the Children Our Story explores what it has meant to be young and black in America from the 1600s to the present. You'll discover how black children have worked and played, suffered and rejoiced. Packed with photos and illustrations. Author: Tonya Bolden
- Rock of Ages
Rock of Ages is a poetic homage to the Black Church's enormous contiribution to American culture. Author: Tonya Bolden. Illustrator: R. Gregory Christie.
- 33 Things Every Girl Should Know
33 Things Every Girl Should Know is "about being smart doing your own thing, having fun, and standing proud." Compiled by Tonya Bolden
- And Not Afraid To Dare: The Stories of Ten African-American Women
And Not Afraid To Dare: The Stories of Ten African-American Women - Refusing to bow to social and political restrictions, they triumphed over racism and sexism to fulfill their aspirations and realize their dreams. Author: Tonya Bolden
- Through Loona's Door: A Tammy and Owen Adventure with Carter G. Woodson
Through Loona's Door: A Tammy and Owen Adventure with Carter G. Woodson - Author: Tonya Bolden
- Just Family
Just Family - Ten-year old Beryl Nelson's discovery sent her world into a spin. But after the trip Down South for a family reunion, Beryl comes to understand that the Nelsons are one family and always would be. Author: Tonya Bolden
- Rites of Passage: Stories About Growing Up by Black Writers From Around the World
Rites of Passage: Stories About Growing Up by Black Writers From Around the World - Author: Tonya Bolden
- Mama, I Want to Sing
Mama, I Want to Sing - Based on Vy Higginsen’s hit gospel musical. Authors: Vy Higginsen with Tonya Bolden
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