"The life of Lilly Ann Granderson, an enslaved teacher who strongly believed in the power of education and risked her life to teach others during slavery. Includes afterword and sources"--

Relates the life story of the first black man to play baseball in the major leagues.

Biography of the black woman who escaped from slavery to become famous as a conductor on the Underground Railroad.

A brief biography examining the value of dignity in the life of the Baptist minister and civil rights leader whose philosophy and practice of nonviolent civil disobedience helped African Americans win many battles for equal rights.

Presents the history and meaning behind the observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day.

Tells the story of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., his life, accomplishments in the civil rights movement, and his impact on American history.

Presents information about Harriet Tubman, from her childhood in slavery to brave escape to the North and her work to help others escape slavery.

"A biography of Martin Luther King Jr. that tells the story of how he used nonviolence to lead the civil rights movement"--

Chronicles the life and career of the Olympic champion runner, from her childhood struggling with polio to her remarkable recovery and her broken track records.

Traces legal clerk Arturo Schomburg's efforts to curate a collection of African books, letters, music, and art.