Grandad Mandela
Publisher: Lincoln Children’s Books
This insightful non-fiction picture book recounts the life of Nelson Mandela through the eyes of his great-grandchildren, Zazi and Ziwelene, as they ask their grandmother (Mandela’s daughter) a series of questions about him. Young readers will learn that apartheid created a division between black and white South Africans, and Nelson Mandela, who believed passionately in racial equality, was imprisoned for opposing the unfair regime.
The book reveals how people from all over the world campaigned for his release, and he was finally freed after 27 years of incarceration. It describes how, after being elected as the first black president of South Africa, he worked tirelessly with his opponents to help create a fairer society, where homes, schools and hospitals were equally accessible to everyone, regardless of their racial heritage.
Endorsed by the Mandela family, this uplifting tale, with distinctive mixed media illustrations, introduces a key historical figure to a new generation, ensuring his legacy of justice, fairness and equality lives on.
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Our favourite books about Black History for younger children (4-8)
Check out our favourite books about Black History for younger children. Warm, truly interesting and pitched appropriately for the age group, these books are perfect for curious children.
Also check out our list for 9-12 year olds and our list for teens.
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Non-fiction and fact books your child will love (ages 4-8)
There are loads of brilliant non-fiction books that can teach your child about the world, as well as being entertaining, funny and gorgeous to look at. Sometimes non-fiction is also a fantastic way to tempt a reluctant reader into sitting down with a book.
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Black History Month
For Black History Month we have put together a booklist of historical stories from Black History around the world.
