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Book Synopsis: Erased. Ignored. Hidden. Lost. Underappreciated. No longer. Delve into the unique, inspiring, and world-changing history of Black people. Black leaders, writers, civil rights activists, scientists, and more have influenced, inspired, and changed the societies we live in. This history book’s pages are filled with the stories of these historical giants and their contributions to the world.
Grow Your Understanding of Black History This children’s book, prefaced by Mireille Harper, introduces children to prominent Black people in history such as Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Nelson Mandela, Rosa Parks, and Dr. Martin Luther King. The timelines have been individually commissioned, with the stunning visual designs reflecting the essence of that particular historical person. This visual reflection from DK Books will compel children to investigate further and understand world history and the important roles Black people played in shaping it:
- Features an equal number of timelines about women and men
- Explores the amazing stories of incredible figures often ignored by European-focused history
- Covers key moments in European, Caribbean, North American and African history, taking readers from pre-colonial Africa through the Jim Crow Era and the Civil Rights Movement to today’s Black Lives Matter movement
- Created, designed, written, and edited by a multicultural team from many different nations, heritages, communities, faiths, and no faiths
From Mansa Musa to Barack Obama; learn about more than 100 Black leaders and historical individuals, and discover the 30 timelines from throughout world history in this compelling children’s Black history book. Learn about Lewis Latimer and his integral contributions to the lightbulb, of how Ethiopia avoided colonisation thanks to its brave queen, and many more important moments in world and Black history.
Pages of visual representations take children, adolescents, and adults on a trip through history. Stacked with facts and visually vibrant, Timelines From Black History: Leaders, Legacies, Legends is an unforgettable and accessible hive of information on the people and the issues that have shaped Black history.
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Discover the untold stories of Black history with Timelines from Black History: Leaders, Legends, Legacies. This captivating book uncovers the erased, ignored, and underappreciated contributions of Black leaders, civil rights activists, writers, scientists, and more. Dive into the inspiring journeys of Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Nelson Mandela, Rosa Parks, and Dr. Martin Luther King, and be amazed by their profound impact on the world.
With its visually stunning timelines, this children's book is the perfect tool to grow your understanding of Black history. Each timeline is meticulously designed to reflect the essence of the historical figure it represents, captivating young minds and inspiring further exploration. Featuring an equal number of timelines about women and men, this book ensures that the incredible stories of Black heroes are not overlooked.
Timelines from Black History goes beyond the European-focused history often taught in schools. It takes you on a journey through key moments in European, Caribbean, North American, and African history, spanning from pre-colonial Africa to the present-day Black Lives Matter movement. This multicultural project, created by a diverse team, celebrates and educates about the important roles Black people played in shaping our world.
From Mansa Musa to Barack Obama, this book introduces over 100 Black leaders and historical individuals, showcasing their significant contributions. Learn about Lewis Latimer and his contributions to the lightbulb, the brave queen who protected Ethiopia from colonization, and many other impactful moments in Black history.
Featuring visually vibrant pages that transport you through time, Timelines from Black History: Leaders, Legends, Legacies is an accessible source of information on the people and issues that have shaped Black history. Don't miss the opportunity to expand your knowledge and celebrate the diverse voices that have transformed our world. Grab your copy today!
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