Our Collection of Black Author Read-Alouds
Our Justice and Friends Reading Circle is a powerful way to inspire a love of reading. It provides a way for children, parents, and grandparents to bond, discover Black authors, and improve literacy while making lasting memories.
Benefits of Read-Alouds
creates dialogue
strengthens listening skills
improves comprehension
increases vocabulary
motivates reading
decreases stress
OUR ARCHIVES
Justice Makes a Difference highlights leadership and service, and empowers youth regardless of age, gender, or race to become community superheroes and plant seeds of justice.
Gumbo Joy highlights the rich culture and tradition of the African diaspora and brings friends and families together around the joy of cooking and delicious flavors of Gumbo.
Kofi Loves Music is a counting book that highlights African instruments which have influenced music-making around the world and celebrates the beauty of diverse cultures
Akua is Great is a story about a young girl’s journey of learning about her identity and heritage. It serves as a source of inspiration and encouragement and reminds every child like Akua- they are great.
Tika Speaks highlights the potential of all youth and reminds them that they can rise above any challenge they may face or disability they may have.
Kojo Loves Science is a story about a young boy who explores a new science topic every day of the week with his father. It encourages curiosity and exploration.
Ol’ Jim Crow’s Jubilee Day Caper is a villain story where joy is the hero and Jim Crow is the villain. Will the plan to destroy the community’s celebration and culture succeed?
Ghana: A Place I Call Home, is a story of a young boy’s journey of self-discovery. His grandpa teaches him about his home, Ghana, and shares key lessons about history and culture.