Brave. Black. First.: 50+ African American Women Who Changed the World by Cheryl Hudson, Erin K Robinson
ISBN: 0525645829
Genres: Biography/Autobiography, Non-Fiction
Format: Picture Book Nonfiction
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Written with consultation from the National Museum of African American History and Culture, and the Smithsonian Institute, Brave. Black. First. is a testament to 50+ African American women who have shaped the course of history. Each eye-catching double spread pairs a page of biographical text with a beautiful portrait illustration of the subject. The text provides enough information for a brief overview of achievements and historical significance, and is a good introduction for further research and exploration. Final pages include additional factual information about each featured woman, a section dedicated to highlighting artifacts held at the National Museum of African American History and Culture along with a brief overview of the museum, a list of media on display at the National Portrait Gallery, and an index. With the current, reinvigorated global spotlight on the Black Lives Matter movement, this book would be a welcome addition to any public or school library. Well-suited for kids ages 8-12.

Reviewed by Jennifer Benham, Prince Memorial Library, Cumberland