Summer’s in full swing, and “I’m bored,” is a common refrain when it’s rainy, or too hot for kids to play outside. Check out these activity and coloring books featuring Black characters to give them hours of creative, screen-free, fun.
A Is For Ancestors: My Black College ABCs Coloring Book –by Erica Stovall White -This interactive ABC coloring book uses rhyme and vibrant pictures to explore the history and value of an education at historically Black colleges and universities. Buy HERE
Black History Matters: A Coloring Book of African Americans Who Changed the World by Jacquie. L Jones – Filled with leaders in politics, business, sports, and civil rights, this coloring book for children of all races celebrates Black lives. Buy HERE
Black Mermaids All Ages Coloring Book by A.C. Washington – Created to celebrate diversity and representation in fantasy art, this book features beautiful Black mermaids. Buy HERE
Coily, Kinky, Curly, Afro Princess Hairstyle Coloring Book by Danielle O’Neal – Fun illustrations of different hairstyles, such as braids, updos, and afros, are included in this book that inspires girls to love their natural hair. Buy HERE
Feyi Fay’s Boredom Squashing Activity Book by Simisayo Brownstone -This book is filled with over 100 pages of fun, brain-boosting activities, featuring characters from the Feyi Fay chapter book series. Buy HERE
Nefertiti and Ramses Coloring Book – Wonders of the World Book and Toy Store – Â Travel to Egypt with over 75 coloring pages of Prince Ramses, Princess Nefertiti, and all of their friends. Buy HERE
Sophie Washington’s Super Fun Activity Book by Tonya Duncan Ellis – The fun from the 10-book Sophie Washington chapter book series continues with over 100 pages of coloring and activity sheets. Buy HERE.
Talee and the Fallen Object Coloring Book Adventure by Jacquitta A. McManus – Each page is a scene from the fantasy adventure story. Buy HERE.
The 5-Minute Mindfulness Journal for Kids by Amanda Lynch – This journal helps children understand brain science, identify their emotions, embrace challenges, persevere, and manage their emotions through mindful breathing and awareness. Buy HERE
You are Beautiful by Nicola Joshua – This coloring book for teenage girls includes motivational quotes and affirmations to help them increase their self-esteem and confidence. Buy HERE
Tonya Duncan Ellis is author of the Amazon Best Selling, Readers’ Favorite “Five Star†rated Sophie Washington children’s book series, geared toward readers ages 8-12 and is a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI).
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