Schomburg: The Man Who Built a Library
Written by Carole Boston Weatherford and Illustrated by Eric Velasquez
The little-known story of Arturo Schomburg, a law clerk whose life's passion was to collect books, letters, music, and art from Africa and the African diaspora and bring to light the achievements of people of African descent through the ages. A gorgeous combination of painted image and free verse in a picture book aimed at younger readers but illuminating to everyone.
When Amelia Earhart Built a Roller Coaster
Written by Mark Weakland and Illustrated by Oksana Grivina
Amelia Earhart was a fearless female aviator who was determined to accomplish her dreams. This picture book takes us into Earhart's life as a curious and active child who built a roller coaster, dreamed big, and never let the word "no" stop her.
Doomsday Book
Written by Connie Willis
Don't let the "science fiction" label fool you. This tale of a near-future historian who travels back to the Middle Ages, mistakenly arrives at the height of the Black Death, and becomes stranded is both a brilliant historical recreation of a brutal past, and a gripping thriller. It highlights modern scientific helplessness in the face of deadly disease, with characters who will break your heart and stay with you for a long long time.
Wilbur Wright Meets Lady Liberty
Written by Robert Burleigh, Illustrated by Wendell Minor
This historical picture book takes us back to 1909 when Wilbur Wright flew from Governors Island and around the statue of Liberty—a daredevil flight across a large body of water—while onlookers doubted him.
The American Story: Conversations with Master Historians
Written by David M Rubenstein
Transcripts of conversations with fifteen heavy hitters of American history held in the Library of Congress, intended for our elected representatives, but accessible to both novices and experts. An excellent introduction to leading historians and the books every engaged American should read.
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