ABC Black History and Me: An inspirational journey through Black history, from A to Z: Volume 14
(Board book)
Publishing Details
ABC Black History and Me: An inspirational journey through Black history, from A to Z: Volume 14
By (Author) Queenbe Monyei
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Walter Foster Jr.
12th April 2023
United States
Classifications
Children
Non Fiction
Childrens / Teenage general interest: History and the past
Childrens / Teenage personal and social topics: Racism and anti-racism
973.0496073
Physical Properties
Board book
32
Width 229mm, Height 229mm
363g
Description
ABC Black History and Me presents a whole alphabet full of Black American history, which the entire family can celebrate and be inspired by.
From A is for Advocate to Z is for Zest, each letter of the alphabet is paired with inspirational historical concepts and moments. Along with the fun, rhyming text covering both well-known and more obscure topics, are colorful illustrations that promote an excitement and curiosity about Black American history. A book for the whole family, ABC Black History & Me is not only perfect for getting toddlers comfortable with their ABCs, but also for reflecting on how we are all affected by this history and how even the youngest of children will affect the future.
With age-appropriate concepts and visuals, ABC Black History & Me is a perfect discussion starter for the whole family. Even adults will find something to learn in this board book!
The ABC for Me series presents a world of possibilities from A to Z and everything in between! For all little kids with big dreams, the endearing illustrations and mindful concepts in this series pair each letter of the alphabet with words that promote big dreams, inclusion, acceptance, healthy living, and other key concepts important to emotional well-being.
Other books in this series include:
ABC Love (2017)
ABC What Can She Be (2018)
ABC Let's Celebrate You & Me (2021)
ABC Bedtime (2022)
Author Bio
Queenbe Monyei is a digital artist and gif creator. After graduating from UCLA, she worked abroad as a teacher in the UK, Istanbul, Denmark, and Germany while honing her craft as an illustrator. She also illustrated and published a children's book called The Magic String. After teaching for several years, she worked on a design team as a vector illustrator before transitioning into freelancing. She is passionate about drawing marginalized groups in everyday situations through the use of bold colors, hoping to shed light on their humanity.
