{"product_id":"national-geographic-kids-encyclopedia-of-african-american-history-and-culture-national-geographic-kids-isbn-9798217223329","title":"National Geographic Kids Encyclopedia of African American History and Culture | National Geographic Kids","description":"\u003cb\u003eFrom the ancient kingdoms of Africa to the America of today, this important and accessible encyclopedia from National Geographic Kids explores more than 400 years of African American history through photos, maps, artifacts, stories, and more.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCreated in consultation with leading Black historians, curators, and expert advisors, this comprehensive volume takes kids from humanity’s African roots through enslavement and rebellion in the Americas, from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement, and into cultural milestones like the Harlem Renaissance and hip-hop, offering a clear, accessible overview of African American history and heritage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInside, you’ll find engaging entries on iconic figures like Harriet Tubman and Malcolm X alongside coverage of less familiar topics such as the Exoduster Movement or Black fashion design. The \u003ci\u003eNational Geographic Kids Encyclopedia of African American History and Culture\u003c\/i\u003e also features hundreds of photos, maps, and illustrations that highlight unsung heroes, recent discoveries, and traditional folktales. With a foreword by astronaut Leland Melvin, this one-of-a-kind encyclopedia showcases the power of storytelling, making it a must-have for both home and classroom libraries. | \u003cb\u003eKaitlyn Wells\u003c\/b\u003e is an award-winning journalist whose work has been featured in the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, the \u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/i\u003e, among others. She’s the author of the picture books \u003ci\u003eUnder the Clam Moon\u003c\/i\u003e (2026) and \u003ci\u003eA Family Looks Like Love\u003c\/i\u003e (2022), which received the Outstanding Book Award from the National Association of Black Journalists, and made the Children's Book Council summer best books list.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePriyanka Lamichhane \u003c\/b\u003espent 15 years with National Geographic Kids, where she led the reference publishing program. From encyclopedias to guidebooks and atlases to fact books, she has contributed to hundreds of engaging titles on many topics. She’s currently creating exciting books about the world for Lonely Planet Kids. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMelissa H. Mwai \u003c\/b\u003eis a children’s author and illustrator. Melissa has written five nonfiction books, including \u003ci\u003eHarlem Renaissance\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eStacey Abrams\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eI Can Make a Friend\u003c\/i\u003e. To give back to the children’s writing community, Melissa co-hosts the KidLit Deconstruction Zone Podcast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMichael Cottman\u003c\/b\u003e, an award-winning journalist, is Assistant to the Dean for Special Projects and Programs at Morgan State University’s School of Global Journalism and Communication. He has authored and co-authored 12 books about the African American experience, including \u003ci\u003eThe Wreck of the Henrietta Marie\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eSegregated Skies\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNational Geographic Kids\u003c\/b\u003e inspires young adventurers to explore the world through award-winning magazines, books, apps, games, toys, videos, events, and a website, and is the only kids brand with a world-class scientific organization at its core. This book is created by National Geographic contributors, including researchers, photographers, content experts, and educational specialists.","brand":"National Geographic Kids","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48759494017253,"sku":"NP9798217223329","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9798217223329.jpg?v=1775598765","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/national-geographic-kids-encyclopedia-of-african-american-history-and-culture-national-geographic-kids-isbn-9798217223329","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}