Celebrate black history month with Brainytoon
Black History Month is a time to honor, learn, and celebrate the incredible achievements of civil-rights heroes, inventors, scientists, and trailblazers.
At Brainytoon, we believe that history comes to life through stories. Our collection of Black History Month picture books for kids makes learning fun and engaging for young readers!
This month, children will meet Martin Luther King Jr., Claudette Colvin, George Washington Carver, Katherine Johnson, Mae Jemison, Muhammad Ali, and Nelson Mandela.

Each story introduces a real-life figure who stood up for what was right, broke barriers, or changed the world with their ideas and determination.
Whether it’s the young girl who refused to give up her bus seat, the scientist who discovered new uses for plants, or the first Black woman in space, these stories show that big dreams can lead to even bigger change.
- Perfect for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and first graders!
- Vibrant illustrations & easy-to-read stories!
- True stories of courage, innovation, and determination!
Featured read-aloud Black History Month stories
Featured picture books: Black history month stories
- Mae Jemison – The first Black woman in space, proving that the sky is not the limit!
- Nelson Mandela – A global leader who fought for peace and equality in South Africa.
- Katherine Johnson – The brilliant mathematician whose calculations helped send astronauts into space.
- Muhammad Ali – The legendary boxer who fought for justice both inside and outside the ring.
Each story introduces children to real-life heroes who changed the world, teaching valuable lessons about kindness, bravery, perseverance, and fairness.

Inspiring picture books for young readers
👂 Read-Aloud Storytime – Listen along with our narrated stories!
🎨 Printable Coloring Pages – Bring history to life with creativity!
🎶 Sing-Along Songs – Enjoy fun, educational music to celebrate history!
All stories are available exclusively in the Brainytoon library, making learning fun and easy for little readers.
Whether at home, in the classroom, or on the go, Brainytoon makes Black History Month interactive and engaging for preschoolers and early readers.