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The Classics...

The children’s and youth librarians of the Detroit Public Library have identified these classic picture and chapter books by or about African Americans. Our librarians are always available to make recommendations of other titles for young readers.

Picture Books

The story of Ruby Bridges

Coles, Robert.

Corduroy

Freeman, Don.

The snowy day

Keats, Ezra Jack.

Henry's freedom box

Levine, Ellen.

Lola at the library

McQuinn, Anna.

Thunder Rose

Nolen, Jerdine.

Martin's big words : the life of Dr. Martin Luther

Rappaport, Doreen.

Tar Beach

Ringgold, Faith.

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