100 African Americans Who Shaped American History

Learn all about the fascinating lives and tremendous impact of 100 extraordinary Black Americans with this fact-filled biography collection for kids. From Benjamin Banneker to Harriet Tubman, Duke Ellington to Rosa Parks, Malcolm X to John Lewis and many more, readers will be introduced to artists, activists, scientists, and icons throughout history. Organized chronologically, 100 African Americans Who Shaped American History offers a look at the prominent role these men and women played and how their talents, ideas, and expertise have influenced the country from its very beginning all the way through the present day.

Educational and engaging, 100 African Americans Who Shaped American History features:

• Simple, easy-to-read text that has been freshly updated and now includes brand-new additions of John Lewis and Oprah Winfrey
• Illustrated portraits of each figure
• Fascinating facts about famous and lesser-known Black heroes
• A timeline, trivia questions, project ideas and more!