To commemorate Black History Month, the teachers at New Horizon Academy have compiled a list of books by Black authors that celebrate the accomplishments of Black history makers.

Books serve as a magnificent way to teach important concepts to your child. Read these books with your child to help them learn about important Black figures in history.

Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race

Author: Margot Lee Shetterly

Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race is a beautiful written book that tells the story about how four trailblazing Black women made a positive impact in the space race.

Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History

Author: Vashti Harrison

Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History is a powerful book that includes a variety of stories about Black women who stood up in the face of adversity.

Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History

Author: Vashti Harrison

From activists to artists, this engaging book includes stories about exceptional men in Black history.

I Have a Dream: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Author: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

I Have a Dream: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is an illustrated version of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s inspirational speech about the importance of equality.