A good way to start raising children who are antiracist is to expose them to varying cultures, races, and religions from an early age. Providing children with diverse stories written by Black authors can have a long-lasting impact on their understanding of the world and the importance of celebrating the differences between one another. Scroll through to check out some amazing books written for children under the age of 10 that are authored by Black writers and that can help expand the horizons of your little ones.
Lone Bean ($17) is a charming story of a third grader who learns about the importance of being a good friend.
The richly colorful If Dominican Were a Color ($17, originally $18) tells a unique story about the diversity found in the Dominican Republican. The book is also available in Spanish.
The timeless Cameron Goes to School ($14, originally $15) tells a tale about autism and the exciting journey of starting kindergarten.
Based on a real-life story of adoption, Mommy Loves Me, Can't You See? ($15, originally $16) tells the timeless tale of a mother's love.
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall ($12) celebrates melanin and promotes body positivity.
Perfect for little ones, The Adventures Of Cailee: Cailee Goes to the Playground ($10) helps teach colors and sight words.
Sister Girl and the Training Wheels ($15) tells a classic story of patience, support, and growing up — and learning how to ride a bike.
In the eloquent Pretty Hair ($13, originally $14), children learn that no one type of hair is the definition of "pretty."
My Forever Guardian: Healing With Friends From the Loss of a Loved One ($18, originally $19) is a conversation between kids and beautifully handles how to overcome loss and grief.
Join twins Jordyn and Kennedy as they explore Brazil in The Traveling Child Goes to Rio de Janeiro ($12).
Trey, the Chef ($16) is a delightful tale about a boy with autism who has unique gifts.
In Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut ($18, originally $19), you'll learn about a boy who goes to the barbershop — and how his new cut changes the way he feels about the world.
Early Sunday Morning ($17, originally $18) is a wonderful story about how a community comes together to help a young girl find her voice.
Learn how to handle life's ups and downs through the eyes of a 6-year-old in Nia's Puzzle: A Story About the "Big Picture" Perspective ($13).
A Bowtie for Me ($11) tells the story of a young African-American boy and his struggle with school and how he finds the help he needs.
The sweet Brownies: We Live in Japan ($14) tells the story of the daily life of a bicultural family living in Japan.
I Am Unique ($18) is a lovely tale of self-love and learning how to share your gift with the world.
A powerful read, BK'S Mommy Has Breast Cancer ($22, originally $25) tells the story of a 7-year-old, his mother's illness, and how he learns to help.
Miracle Malcolm ($15) tells a resilient story of a boy born premature and how he grows into the strongest person his parents know.
Take a journey with six toddlers in What Should I Do Today? ($10) as they try to figure out what exactly to do today.