Black Boy, Black Boy

Black Boy, Black Boy
Ali Kamanda, Jorge Redmond, Ken Daley
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Hardback
Not defined - 40pg
6 Oct 2022 US
International import eta 7-19 days
9781728250649
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Age range 3 to 7Dear boy, Black boy, I believe in you so. Let' s start your story - ready, set, go. From athlete and activist Colin Kaepernick to musician Fela Kuti, and from explorer Matthew Henson to writer Chinua Achebe, there are so many inspirational men in Black history. Imagine what you can be and the great things you can do with the strength of people throughout history that have paved the way for Black boys. This inspiring, lyrical picture book combines an uplifting, motivational text with references to wonderful figures throughout history. The combination is both encouraging and educational, prompting boys to imagine what they can be and the great things they can do in their own lives.
Black Boy, Black Boy. . . inspires and informs. -- Terri Schlichenmeyer, Bookworm Sez Full of Black boy joy, this book will be a great addition to your home library. -- Fabulize Magazine When I read Black Boy, Black Boy, so many of my at-risk students came to mind. These authors have a keen understanding of how to deliver a powerful message of encouragement and hope, relevant to all readers but most especially to our black boys who can draw on the courageous leaders of the past and present to build a bright future for themselves. -- Robin Overby Cox, Library Media Specialist (Benham, TX) Will captivate young readers. -- Seattle Book Review A book that educates, empowers, and enlightens--this book belongs in every library -- School Library Journal, STARRED review A wonderful letter to young Black men. . . Definitely a must read for any child -- Children' s Literature Comprehensive Database This ode to Black boy joy abounds in positive representation of Black men and serves as a beautiful reminder of a glorious lineage. An affirming, nurturing, and powerful celebration of Black men, past, present, and future -- Kirkus Reviews
Ali Biko Sulaiman Kamanda is an award-winning filmmaker and social entrepreneur from Sierra Leone, West Africa. He runs BIKO Studios, a cross-cultural film production company and is the President of Salone Rising, a not-for-profit organization that provides micro-financing and mentoring resources to small business owners in rural Sierra Leone. Jorge Redmond currently works in the Buncombe County District Attorney' s office as an Assistant District Attorney, and as an adjunct professor in South College' s Legal Department. Ali and Jorge are college friends, and BLACK BOY, BLACK BOY is their debut book. Ken Daley is an award-winning artist/illustrator from Cambridge, Ontario, Canada. Ken' s passion lies with stories that reflect his heritage as the child of immigrants, his connection to the Caribbean, and the richness and expanse of of the African diaspora. He believes that diverse stories are essential to creating a more just and equitable world and this is something he is deeply committed to manifesting through his art.
Status: Active
ISBN-13: 9781728250649
Published: 6 Oct 2022
Published In: United States
Imprint: Sourcebooks Explore
Publisher: Sourcebooks Inc
Format: Hardback
Height: 6mm
Width: 3mm
Pages: 40

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