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Whimsical children’s books signed El Pintor were a success in the Netherlands during World War II. Behind the pseudonym was a Jewish couple who used the proceeds to help the resistance.
Sweet Blackberry tells overlooked and little-known stories of African American accomplishments to children through animated short films.
This picture book is one of the best bedtime stories for kids who love trucks. Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy discovering what bedtime looks like for fire trucks, snow plows, dump trucks ...
Read these kids books about groundbreaking women for Women's History Month, including Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, Frida Kahlo, Rosa Parks and more.
The best podcasts for kids may be designed for the pint-sized set, but chances are, you’ll get hooked on these engaging shows, too.
Maya Angelou, an influential visual poet, and civil rights activist, remains a cornerstone in Black history. Her work inspires courage, resilience, and to be proud of your culture. This legacy ...
The goal, she says, is to inspire confidence in children through real history. “It’s a long time coming to get this far and see so many kids be engaged and excited about these incredible stories that ...
David H. O'Neal Jr. sits under the shade of a tent on a hot Thursday afternoon in Galveston with a story to tell. He is waiting for children to arrive, so he can tell them about a black man who ...
To celebrate Juneteenth and Black History, Save the Children shares our favorite children's books that inspire young readers this month all year round.
Delaney Neal (left) and Sofia Ursiny peruse “Chartiers Valley History for Kids” on May 25 at Chartiers Valley Primary School.
Children can see themselves in stories — whether it’s about real heroes from history or fictional characters from the imagination.