About Forced American Heroes

“I designed the coloring book to bring pride to children who are descendants of enslaved people. I wanted them to see slavery in context to know slavery was meant to dehumanize a group of people and to force them to work to enrich others. The institution of slavery never took their humanity and ability to achieve greatness. I want the children to know they can overcome adversity in their lives—just like their ancestors.”—Janelle McDowell, Author