Presents short biographies of ninety-five black Americans from colonial to contemporary times, highlighting their personal achievements and their

A biography of the Baptist minister who worked unceasingly for his dream of a world without hate, prejudice, or violence, and was assassinated in

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

A biography of the famous trumpeter from his childhood in New Orleans to the time when he was known as "Ambassador Satch" and "King of Jazz."

A biography of the Negro whose distinguished baseball career inspired blacks everywhere and whose "cool" on the playing field helped open the doo

A biography of Mae Jemison, the first female African American astronaut.

Traces the life of the Black American poet who was born in Africa, brought over to New England as a slave, and published her first poem while sti

A brief recounting of the career of this jazz musician and composer who, along with his orchestra, created music that was beyond category.

Follows the life of the black explorer who accompanied Robert Peary on the expedition to the North Pole.

Discusses Misty Copeland's family, childhood, and early dancing years before she became a world famous ballerina.

Follow the story of Beyoncé as she finds her voice through trials and triumphs, and understand that you too can shine your light like Beyoncé.