Best Picture-Book Biographies of 2022

by Tracey Baptiste ; illustrated by Tonya Engel

An engaging profile of an inspiring civil rights hero whom readers will enjoy learning about and cheering for. Full review >

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by Tonya Bolden ; illustrated by Eric Velasquez

A richly layered, powerful introduction to an entrepreneur and the problems he solved. Full review >

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by Tameka Fryer Brown ; illustrated by Nina Crews

As powerful as the woman it profiles. Full review >

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by Angela Joy ; illustrated by Janelle Washington

A devastating, uniquely told story that will resonate. Full review >

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by Jacqueline Briggs Martin & June Jo Lee ; illustrated by Julie Wilson

Inspiring and “kraut-chi-licious.” Full review >

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by Cory McCarthy ; illustrated by Ekua Holmes

A reverent invitation to an enduring classic for new audiences. Full review >

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by Christine McDonnell ; illustrated by Victoria Tentler-Krylov

A worthy social justice story about a compassionate woman who dedicated her life to helping others. Full review >

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by Andrea Davis Pinkney ; illustrated by Keith Henry Brown

This eloquent tribute is a must-read. Full review >

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by Phyllis Root & Gary D. Schmidt ; illustrated by Melissa Sweet

A splendid introduction to a lesser-known nature poet and the landscapes that inspired her. Full review >

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by Renée Watson ; illustrated by Bryan Collier

A soaring portrait of a “Black girl whose voice / chased away darkness, ushered in light.” Full review >

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by Carole Boston Weatherford ; illustrated by Laura Freeman

Pays due honor to Elijah Cummings’ memory and his dedication to the people he served. Full review >

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by Kelly Yang

A radiant tribute to groundbreakers to inspire the next generation. Full review >

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