Stymied by her unfinished family tree assignment for school, a young girl seeks Grandma's counsel and learns about her ancestors, the consequences of slavery, and the history of Black resistance in the United States.

Illustrations and rhyming text encourage Black boys to learn about the accomplishments of famous men in Black history and then forge their own paths. The last two pages provide information on the accomplishments of the eight men mentioned in the book.

After playing on the slide and swing, riding his bike, and playing basketball and football, Larry has trouble finding the cookie he stashed in his pocket.

Poetry about the history of gospel music is bordered by facts and dates.

Poetry, art, and music come together to tell the history of gospel music.

"George Scott peered at the nearby Union fortress. Something miraculous was taking place! Three enslaved men had entered but had not been cast out. To Scott, the fortress must be a sanctuary. A place where the three would be safe from capture and harm--never to return to the Confederate South. But exactly why were they granted refuge? Scott left the woods where he had been hiding and joined others in line to enter the fortress. Once inside, his knowledge...

Examines the racist attitudes that kept African Americans from meaningful service in the United States military and the changes that occurred in the armed forces' policies during World War II.

Portrays the treatment and struggles of African Americans during the Revolutionary War and their contributions to the war effort.