Most Popular Books by Fredrick Mckissack

"Children can count from one to ten as they read about the different animals found in the taiga"--Provided by publisher.

Examines the life of the twentieth-century African-American singer and actor who spoke out against racism and injustice.

"Children can count from one to ten as they read about the different animals, plants, and features of the desert"--Provided by publisher.

"Children can count from one to ten as they read about the different animals and features of the wetlands"--Provided by publisher.

Marian Anderson, with the power of her magnificent voice, triumphed over the racial barriers of her time. In a career that spanned four decades, she lifted herself out of poverty to become a world-famous singer. In this wonderful, easy text, the McKissacks show how the light of Marian Anderson grew bright and transformed her into one of the most beloved people around the world.

Traces the life of the African American educator and leader, focusing on his stewardship of Tuskegee Institute.

A biography of the black playwright who received great recognition for her work at an early age.

Profiles the life of Mary Church Terrell, the civil rights pioneer.

Two beloved classics about a doctor who can talk to animals are now available in these new digest-sized paperbacks, featuring new Forewords by Patricia and Frederick L. McKissack.

"A simple biography for early readers about Louis Armstrong''s life"--Provided by publisher.

Presents the life of civil rights worker, Ida B. Wells-Barnett, devoted to working for racial equality for African Americans.

Bessey and her mother bake cookies for Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukkah, and after cleaning up the kitchen, they distribute the treats to their neighbors.

Traces the life and achievements of the black educator who fought bigotry and sought equality for blacks in the areas of education and political rights.

Using simple text and photographs, this volume briefly examines the life and work of American poet Langston Hughes.

MIAMI JACKSON CAN’T wait for school to end. But who ever thought five days could be so long? His teacher is leaving for Ghana, his arch-enemy, Destinee Tate, is on his case, and now Miami’s keeping secrets from his best friend, String. Summer can’t come soon enough!

The story of Jesus birth.

Messy Bessey learns a lesson about sharing when she cleans out her closet.