Essential Black History Reading The first-ever picture book biography of Carter G. Woodson, the Father of Black History Month Carter G. Woodson Book Award (Honor Book), NCSS Parents' Choice Silver Honor Award Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book Top 10 Books for Kids ―New York Public Library Best Children's Books of the Year (Starred) ―Bank Street College of Education "An important and inspiring tale well told." ―Kirkus Reviews "Carter G. Woodson didn't just read history.
