The best books to celebrate Black History Month

With scenes to explore fun facts to learn and bright, bold illustrations - this board book is the ideal introduction for inquisitive preschoolers to these amazing heroes. This is one of the best books to celebrate Black history Month because not only is it educational, but it is an extremely engaging read which makes it much more appealing and less intimidating to read.

This is arguably one of the best books to celebrate Black History Month - in fact, it is a New York Times bestseller. This book really encourages kindness and promotes respecting others. This book is written by actor and activist Grace Byers, and the book is about looking after ourselves and one another. he book promotes self-acceptance and self-love, encouraging children to embrace their unique qualities and to believe in their worth. Its affirmations help foster a positive self-image, which is crucial for developing confidence.

This book features fantastic tales from the past combined with lovely illustrations - making this one of the greatest books to celebrate Black History Month. This book is a great read that will teach your child all about some truly amazing women of colour and how they impacted history.

Inspire your little one with this book that details some of the brilliant black men that changed their own histories and ours. This will make learning incredibly fun and easy, not only that but this book provides a great bonding experience for you and your child too.

The amazing story of Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden; AKA the women that used their maths skills to help NASA take humanity into space…more than once. The book introduces complex topics like math, science, and engineering in a way that is accessible for young readers. It helps kids see how exciting and impactful careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) can be, which might inspire their own interests in these fields.

A perfect choice for a quick read, this book teaches children about some of the key moments in black and British history, with stories that will definitely keep mini history buffs interested as you delve in. By highlighting the stories and contributions of Black Britons throughout history, the book fosters a sense of inclusion and diversity. It teaches children that history is made up of many different voices, not just the traditionally dominant ones. This helps kids appreciate a broader perspective of history and promotes respect for different cultures and backgrounds.

Full of captivating timelines, and featuring some amazing, well-known figures of colour, this book by Mireille Harper will take them on quite the literary journey while keeping them fully engaged and educating them. The book showcases a wide range of influential Black individuals from various fields, such as politics, sports, science, music, and activism. From icons like Nelson Mandela, Harriet Tubman, and Martin Luther King Jr., to modern figures like Serena Williams and Barack Obama, it helps children learn about the achievements and legacies of Black leaders throughout history.

We can learn so much from the Windrush Generation, and this beautifully written and vibrantly illustrated book is a great start for children. This brilliant book is personal and universal all in one. The book introduces children to the Windrush generation, a significant chapter in British history, when people from the Caribbean were invited to the U.K. to help rebuild the country after World War II. It helps kids learn about this crucial part of British history and the impact of immigration on modern society, giving them a deeper understanding of cultural diversity.

This curated collection of tales from Black history is based on important figures and events from around the world. Each story is the ideal length to read at bedtime as well as any moment when young readers are looking for an inspirational read. The stories are crafted as short, engaging tales that are easy to read aloud, making them ideal for bedtime. The format encourages bonding between parents and children, while offering stories that are inspiring, empowering, and calming. It blends the magic of storytelling with valuable lessons about real-life figures.

We're big fans of the Little People, BIG DREAMS series. In this book, your child will discover the incredible life of Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first Black president, and his fight for equality. Other titles available include Rosa Parks, Martin Luther-King and Aretha Franklin. The Little People, BIG DREAMS series focuses on the idea that even the greatest figures in history started as children with dreams. Nelson Mandela’s journey from a boy in a small village to the president of South Africa and a global symbol of peace encourages kids to believe that they can achieve great things, no matter where they come from.

While this is one aimed at older readers, it's well worth reading to your child as this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy-to-follow format. The book covers a wide range of historical events, movements, and figures related to Black history across the globe. It provides a broad understanding of Black contributions to world history, spanning ancient civilizations, the African diaspora, the transatlantic slave trade, the Civil Rights Movement, and more modern events.

In this celebration of inspirational achievement, you'll discover a collection of stories about changemakers alongside beautiful illustrations to encourage, inspire and empower the next generation. The book introduces children to 52 influential Black figures from various fields, including sports, science, music, activism, and more. These role models, both historical and contemporary, show children that people of all backgrounds can achieve greatness, which can inspire kids to pursue their own dreams.

This bright, colourful and powerful book is perfect for adults and children. Combined with a great amount of creative illustrations and descriptive words, this child-friendly book truly encourages unity and peace. Diversity, race, celebration, different cultures and beautiful skin are all nicely portrayed, which will help your little one in having a better understanding on why we are all different. The bold phrases used, alongside the glossy pages, will have you are your little one intrigued - perfect for a day or bedtime story.