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Black History, Told for Little Hands 🖤

Spotted at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis 👀

New book arrivals honoring Black excellence, trailblazers, and history-makers—made kid-friendly, colorful, and inspiring.

Because learning our history should start young. 📖✨

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