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	Traveling the Freedom Road: From Slavery and the Civil War Through Reconstruction Linda Barrett Osborne (2009) , 128 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Adults & Parents Category: African-American Nonfiction Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library What would it have been like to be a slave? Told from the perspective of the children and teenagers who lived through those terrible times, Traveling the Freedom Road tells the story of African Americans from slavery through the Civil War and Reconstruction. Librarian review written by Lisa

	Remember Little Rock: The Time, the People, The Stories Paul Robert Walker (2009) , 61 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American New Books Nonfiction
Request this book from the Library Imagine walking through a mob of angry people. They are yelling at you and calling you names. They are even throwing things at you. Now imagine that happening on the way to school. In September of 1957, 9 brave students walked through that mob every day, just trying to get to school. The governor of Arkansas called out the National Guard to keep them out. In response, the President sent the military to make sure they got in. In the middle, the Little Rock 9 braved the crowds just to get the education they felt they deserved. Illustrated with pictures from the times, these 9 students tell their own stories about a pivotal time in our history. Librarian review written by Lisa

	Our Enduring Spirit Barack Obama (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Diversity Historical Multicultural New Books
Request this book from the Library President Barack Obama's first words to America are illustrated in this delightful book. Here, President Obama brings us his vision of a united country. The paintings by illustrator Greg Ruth are not only stunning but greatly enhance the President's speech of a better today and a stronger tomorrow through his insightful artistic talent. As the President addresses millions of people at the Capital in Washington, D.C., the artist records those very words of determination and hope by bringing them to life through his art. Librarian review written by Emilia

	Peeny Butter Fudge Toni Morrison and Slade Morrison (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Preschool Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: African-American Families Multigenerational New Books Rhyming Books
Request this book from the Library When a mom drops off her three children at their grandmother's house, she leaves a written schedule for everyone to follow. But Nana has her own ideas about what makes a fun afternoon. And as a special surprise, Nana teaches the children a secret family recipe for peeny peanut butter fudge! This rhyming story shows us there's no better place than Grandma's house. Librarian review written by Elizabeth

	Two of a Kind Jacqui Robbins (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Category: African-American Diversity Feelings Friendship
Request this book from the Library Friendship means a lot to everyone, but it's not always easy. This is the story of two pairs of friends, Anna and Julisa, and Kayla and Melanie. When Anna starts to be friends with Kayla and Melanie, she realizes how wonderful her friendship with Julisa really is. Librarian review written by Tara

	I Want to Be Free Joseph Slate (2009) , 32 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Historical New Books
Request this book from the Library When a slave decided to make a run for it, it was always dangerous. The consequences of getting caught were grave. However, the desire to be free is strong. In I Want to be Free, a man makes that choice. He can break the chains holding him, but he can't get rid of the ring around his leg. As he flees, he comes across a young boy whose mother has died. Other slaves urge him to leave the boy behind, but he wants freedom for the boy as much as for himself. When they reach freedom, the boy is able to return the gift of freedom to his new papa. Librarian review written by Lisa

	The Best Bad Luck I Ever Had Kristin Levine (2009) , 266 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Friendship Historical New Books
Request this book from the Library Dit can't wait for the new postmaster. He knows that the family has a kid his age. The whole town is surpised to learn that the Walker family is African American. In Moundville, there is still a lot of racial tension. Dit is more disappointed to learn that the new kid is a girl. Emma is a prissy girl who wears dresses and reads all the time. But Dit's ma expects Dit to be nice to Emma anyway. Slowly, Dit and Emma become good friends. But it is not easy for a white boy to be friends with an African American girl. Soon the racial tension comes to a boiling point. Dit and Emma realize that lives are at stake, and it is up to them to fix a wrong before it is too late. Librarian review written by Lisa

	Peace, Locomotion Jacqueline Woodson (2009) , 136 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Disability/Special Needs Families New Books Realistic Fiction Wars and Conflicts
Request this book from the Library Lonnie Collins Motion (Locomotion) is back. Since he and his sister Lili still live in separate foster homes, he writes her letters almost every day. He is afraid that he and Lili might forget their parents altogether, so he tries to be the "rememberer." He tells her stories about their life before the fire. Locomotion also tells Lili about Miss Edna and his life now. He tells her about his poetry and his dreams for the future. He shares stories about his foster brothers, Rodney and Jenkins. In his letters, Locomotion struggles with the idea of family. What makes a family? When Jenkins is injured, Locomotion's life is upset again. What will happen to the new family Locomotion has found? Librarian review written by Lisa

	Ashley Bryan: Words to My Life's Song Ashley Bryan (2009) , 58 pages Audience: Primary (K-3rd grade) Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American Biographies New Books Nonfiction
Request this book from the Library Part autobiography, part poetry and part picture book, this book is an amazing look at Ashley Bryan's life. A poem that flows through the book shows the beauty of the place he calls home. The pictures show not only the many styles of art he does, but also where he finds some of his inspiration. His life story is a fascinating look at the life and influence of this author and illustrator. All together, this is a fascinating look at a very talented artist. Librarian review written by Lisa

	Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice Phillip Hoose (2009) , 133 pages Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade) Category: African-American New Books Nonfiction
Request this book from the Library Everyone knows about Rosa Parks. When she refused to give up her seat, the Civil Rights Movement began. But there was someone before Rosa. Claudette Colvin was a junior in high school when she refused to give up her seat on the bus. Claudette was taken off the bus and arrested. Although she was given a lawyer, nothing more came of it. No one was ready to challenge the laws. After the Montgomery Bus Boycott started, Claudette wondered why no one remembered her sacrifice. Then she had a second chance to make history. She was part of a Supreme Court case that cleared the way for desegregation. Yet this case was forgotten too. At last, Claudette is being recognized for her part in this movement. Librarian review written by Lisa

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