Tiffany Cassidy

 

Meet Taylor Cassidy: Black History Made Fun!

Meet Taylor Cassidy, a Black history lover who became famous for her TikTok videos called Fast Black History. In her first book, Taylor shares the Black history she wishes she learned in school.

With funny jokes and cool pop culture references, Taylor tells stories about 12 amazing African American people who helped shape America. You’ll meet activists, writers, movie stars, Olympic athletes, fashion designers, astronauts, and more! She makes history exciting and easy to understand.

Taylor also shares stories from her own life. She talks about friendship problems, crushes, believing in herself, and learning to set boundaries. Some stories are funny, some are embarrassing, and all of them teach important life lessons.

Her book shows that Black history is not just about the past—it’s about real people who changed the world and inspire us today.

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Black History Month Book Picks for 5th Graders

"Black History Is Your History (Hardcover)"

By Taylor Cassidy
This fun nonfiction book mixes history with stories from Taylor’s own life. She shares 12 amazing Black heroes—from activists to athletes to astronauts—and explains how they changed America. Taylor also talks about friendship, confidence, and learning from mistakes, so kids can learn history and life lessons at the same time.




https://www.amazon.com/Black-History-Your-Taylor-Cassidy/dp/1665957700/ref=asc_df_1665957700?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80264547305144&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=95583&hvtargid=pla-4583864013460929&psc=1&msclkid=7944838edf3a1298d512ea15a8f94bb2





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3 More Great Black History Book Recommendations

Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History

By Vashti Harrison
This colorful book introduces young readers to powerful African American -Black women like Harriet Tubman and Maya Angelou. Each page has a short biography and a cute illustration, making it easy and fun to read.

 

Who Was Martin Luther King, Jr.?

By Bonnie Bader
This biography tells the story of Dr. King’s childhood, his dreams, and how he helped change the world through peaceful protests. It’s written in short chapters that are easy for kids to follow.

 

The Undefeated

By Kwame Alexander (poetry) and Kadir Nelson (illustrations)
This beautiful picture book celebrates African American -Brown Americans who changed history, from sports heroes to civil rights leaders. The words are poetic and inspiring, and the pictures are stunning.

 

Why Read These Books?
Reading about African American history helps us understand America’s past, celebrate heroes, and learn how everyday people can make a big difference.


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