Past 2 Present: A Coloring Book Celebrating African American and Black International Icons
Written by Toni Abasi Hill and Eva Asha Hill
Product Description
By pairing coloring — a beloved, screen-free activity that builds fine motor skills, patience, and creative expression — with biographical facts, Past 2 Present transforms learning into something children look forward to, rather than something they’re required to sit through. It’s history you can hold, color, and carry with you.
What’s Inside
- Beautifully illustrated coloring pages featuring African American and Black international icons across multiple fields and eras
- Accompanying facts and short biographical context for each figure, written to be accessible and engaging for young readers
- A celebration of contributions across science, civil rights, art, literature, music, invention, sports, and leadership
- Content designed to spark conversation between children and parents, teachers, and mentors about legacy, identity, and possibility
Perfect For:
- Parents and caregivers looking to introduce their children to positive role models and diverse history
- Classrooms and homeschool curriculums, especially during Black History Month and beyond
- Libraries, community centers, and cultural organizations
- Gifts for birthdays, holidays, graduations, or as a keepsake for young readers
- Anyone who believes history education should be inclusive, engaging, and empowering
