Books for Young Black Girls Ages 2-9

Books for Young Black Girls Ages 2-9

January 7, 2023January 21, 2023in parentingby 0

I want my girls to see themselves in the books they read. And so, I am always on the lookout for books that reflect their experience and history. Books that show black women and girls who love themselves and don’t feel the pressure to conform. Books that show us doing great things.

Today’s children are privileged to have a number of diverse children’s books to pick from. Read on for my 10 must-read books for my young black girls.

Recommended Buys – Books for Young Black Girls

Here are my handpicked selections so that you don’t have to search through an endless supply of products.

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1. When God Made You (Matthew Paul Turner)

Ages: 2-6 years

When God Made You
When God Made You
$7.01
When God Made You inspires young readers to learn about their own special gifts and how they fit into God’s divine plan as they grow, explore, and begin to create for themselves.
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10/29/2023 01:38 pm GMT

2. The Day You Begin (Jacqueline Woodson)

Ages: 5-8 years

The Day You Begin
The Day You Begin
$9.42
This book reminds us that we all feel like outsiders sometimes-and how brave it is that we go forth anyway. And that sometimes, when we reach out and begin to share our stories, others will be happy to meet us halfway.
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10/29/2023 11:46 am GMT

3. How to Trick the Tooth Fairy (Erin Danielle Russell)

Ages: 4-8 years
This book invites year-round reading as kids lose teeth

How to Trick the Tooth Fairy
How to Trick the Tooth Fairy
$14.39
This book will tickle kids’ funny bones and (possibly) inspire future prank wars. There’s a mounting sense of competition throughout the story as both Kaylee and the Tooth Fairy try to one-up each other – though of course the Tooth Fairy has the ultimate advantage as a magical being. After some truly disastrous pranks, Kaylee and the Tooth Fairy realize that that cooperation and friendship can be better than even a prank war.
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10/29/2023 11:39 am GMT

4. Hair Love (Matthew A. Cherry)

Ages: 2-7 years

Hair Love
Hair Love
$10.19
Tender and empowering, Hair Love is an ode to loving your natural hair - and a celebration of daddies and daughters everywhere. A perfect gift for special occasions including Father’s Day, birthdays, baby showers, and more!
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10/29/2023 11:51 am GMT

5. Mary Had a Little Glam (Tammi Sauer)

Ages: 2-6 years

Mary Had a Little Glam (Volume 1)
Mary Had a Little Glam (Volume 1)
$10.11
An exuberant picture-book ode to the fun of fashion. In this fun take on Mother Goose, fashion-forward Mary helps some of childhood's most beloved characters go glam.
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10/29/2023 01:40 pm GMT

6. Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History (Vashiti Harrison)

Ages: 4-9 years

Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History (Vashti Harrison)
Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History (Vashti Harrison)
$7.48
An important book for all ages, Little Leaders educates and inspires as it relates true stories of forty trailblazing black women in American history.
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10/29/2023 01:50 pm GMT

7. Don’t Touch My Hair (Sharee Miller)

Ages: 2-6 years

Don't Touch My Hair!
Don't Touch My Hair!
$7.99
This book takes the tradition of appreciation of black hair to a new, fresh, level as she doesn't seek to convince or remind young readers that their curls are beautiful u002du002d she simply acknowledges black beauty while telling a fun, imaginative story.
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10/29/2023 02:17 pm GMT

8. Mia Mayhem Collection (Kara West)

Ages: 5-9 Years

Mia Mayhem
Mia Mayhem
Mia Mayhem is a witty, action-packed series about a regular girl who has a super-secret—she’s a superhero-in-training as she goes on adventures…mishaps follow.
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9. Jada Jones Rock Star (Kelly Starling Lyons)

Ages: 6-8 years

Jada Jones
Jada Jones
Science-loving Jada Jones is featured in an easy-to-read chapter book series perfect for STEM fans.
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10. Twas the Night Before Christmas (Clement Moore)

Ages: 1-5 years

Twas The Night Before Christmas: The Classic Poem Book, Featuring a Black / African American Santa & Family.
Twas The Night Before Christmas: The Classic Poem Book, Featuring a Black / African American Santa & Family.
$12.99
The classic Christmas story feature African American characters.
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10/29/2023 11:36 am GMT

Shopping List – Books for Young Black Girls

Reading List (Ages 2-9)

10 Must-Read Books for Black Girls

Young black girl reading a book
When God Made You (Matthew Paul Turner)
The Day You Begin (Jacqueline Woodson)
How to Trick the Tooth Fairy (Erin Danielle Russell)
Hair Love (Matthew A. Cherry)
Mary Had a Little Glam (Tammi Sauer)
Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History (Vashiti Harrison)
Don’t Touch My Hair (Sharee Miller)
Mia Mayhem (Kara West)
Jada Jones Rock Star (Kelly Starling Lyons)
Twas the Night Before Christmas (Clement Moore)

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Final Thoughts

What books are you reading with your little ones?