- Harriet Tubman--A celebrated leader in the fight to free people from slavery and an intrepid guide for the Underground Railroad.
- Jackie Robinson--The first Black Major League Baseball player and an important figure in the fight for civil rights.
- Martin Luther King Jr.--Challenged racism and overcame hardships to follow his passion and do the right thing, becoming one of the most important civil rights leaders in America.
- Barack Obama--Made history becoming the first African American president of the United States, and fought for the environment, health care, and civil rights.
- Simone Biles--Became the greatest gymnast of all time, winning more medals than anyone in history, including five Olympic and 25 World Championships.
Each book includes a short quiz, visual timeline, definitions of new words and ideas to help kids learn about the lives of important Black heroes, the moments that made them who they are, and how they made their mark on the world. Explore even more with other The Story Of series box sets, including:
- The Story of the Founding Fathers Box Set
- The Story of Women's History Box Set
- The Story of Strong Black Women Box Set
- The Story of Strong Black Men Box Set