Here Are The Seeds Written by JaNay Brown-Wood Illustrated by Olivia Amoah Come along with these two children as they plant seeds to grow a garden. Here are the seeds that we will sow to help our garden grow. Here is the earth that nurtures the seeds that we have sown to help our garden grow. Here are the plants that spring from the earth that nurtures the seeds that we have sown to help our garden grow. OH NO! How Does The Garden Grow? @janaybrownwood #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooksaboutgardens #childrensbooks #herearetheseeds #seeds #garden #gardening #gardeners #plantingseeds #blackchildrensauthors #janaybrownwood #blackchildrensillustrators #oliviaamoah #blackchildren #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
I get asked this question a lot. It’s a great question. I would say, wherever you and your child(ren) feel comfortable. This is a difficult conversation. Nothing will be 100% perfect. Create a safe environment where you and your children can express your feelings and answer questions. To learn more, check out resource for the entire family @picklesgroup @childlifetherapist @kesem @brightspotnetwork @wondersnworries @gildasclubchi #thebigdiscoverybook #letsstarttheconversation #breastcancer #cancerawareness #kidsbooks #childrensbooks #childrensauthor #thebigdiscoverybook #thebigdiscovery #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrensauthors and #blackchildrensauthor #breastcancerbook #childrensbookauthor #childrensbooks #cancerbooksforchildren #blackbreastcancer #breastcancersurvivor🎀 #tnbcsurvivor #breastcancerjourney #breastcancerprevention #breastcancerdiagnosis #ParentingWithCancer #MomsWithCancer #DadsWithCancer
Meet me at @talkinganimalsbooks next Saturday (5/25) in Grapevine! I will be doing a story time reading of Jumping Beanie & The Mustard Seed, then signing books after.😃📚I’ve really been enjoying meeting kiddos and parents in the community and would love to see you there!💜 #selfpublishedauthor #childrensbooks #childrensbookauthor #aspiringchildrensbookauthor #blackchildrensauthors #newchildrensbook #dallaschildrensauthors #houstonchildrensbookauthor #affirmationbooksforkids #faithbasedchildrensbooks #childrensbooksaboutfaith #childrensbooksaboutfeelings #childrensbooksaboutfriendship
When the Schools Shut Down A Young Girl’s Story Of Virginia’s “Lost Generation” And The Brown V. Board Of Education Of Topeka Decision Written by Yolanda Gladden, as told to Dr. Tamara Pizzoli Illustrated by Keisha Morris 70th Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education On May 17, 1954, the Supreme Court declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional with the Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka decision. White lawmakers in Farmville, Virginia had other plans. . . . Public schools were closed throughout Prince Edward County for five years. This is the true story of how Yolanda Gladden, her family, and her community banded together to continue learning. Yolanda didn’t fully understand all the conversations she overheard, but in 1959-four years after the Brown v. Board of Education decision was made-she knew it was finally her turn to start school. The new integration law was supposed to be a step in the right direction. But by the time the first official day of classes rolled around, everything had changed again in Prince Edward County. In reaction to the school closings, some people hit the pavement to protest. Others hit the books. Black parents, teachers, and community members across the country rallied together and created their own education system-they started schools and learning centers just for them. Black children of all ages met in church basements and even at one another’s homes to attend school. From early morning to mid-afternoon, classes were in session. Education was their right and absolutely no one could keep them from learning, knowing, and growing. There are Notes from the Authors, and The Road to Desegregation of the American School System Timeline in the back of the book. @tamarapizzoli @kekkerz86 #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #whentheschoolsshutdown #thelostgeneration #brownvboardofeducationoftopekadecision #brownvboardofeducation #schooldesegregation #blackchildrensauthors #yolandagladden #tamarapizzoli #blackchildrensillustrators #keishamorris #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Hi Everyone, Stacie here! I am thrilled to announce that I am now offering school visits and readings! I know that the current school year is coming to an end, however, I am available to start booking visits for the fall! Whether it’s to inspire young minds, share the joy of storytelling, or dive into the creative process of writing, I can’t wait to connect with young readers! If you’re a teacher, librarian, or parent interested in scheduling a visit, please reach out via www.mellierosesmagicalhair.com. Let’s bring the magic of books to life together. 📚 ✨ #mellierosesmagicalhair #schoolreading #childrensbooks #earlychildhoodeducation #earlychildhoodlearning #earlychildhoodeducators #childrensbookauthorsofinstagram #childrensauthors #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrensauthors #booksforkids #childrensbook #childrensliterature
For Our Daughters Written by Mel Nyoko Illustrated by Joelle Avelino This book sends a powerful message to our daughters. Love who you are, exactly as you are. There are billions of people in this world, but they are not you. That’s why you are remarkable. You’ll come across those who may not understand you. But that’s okay because you’re one of a kind. So if people say, “You’re not special,” tell them you are like the moon, among millions of stars but shining the brightest. @joelle_avelino #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooks #forourdaughters #daughters #selflove #positiveselfimage #positiveselflove #blackchildrensauthors #melnyoko #blackchildrensillustrators #joelleavelino #blackdaughters #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Join us for our 2nd Annual African American Cultural Expo & Children’s Book Fair on Saturday July 20, 2024. The African American Cultural Expo and Children’s Book Fair is a celebration of cultural arts, community, creativity, and literacy. The expo features music, arts & crafts, storytelling, children’s book authors, cultural arts vendors, and fun for the entire family. Grammy-Nominated Children’s Entertainer, Author & Educator - Culture Queen is our featured Mistress of Ceremonies. Our 2023 expo garnered over 3000 registrants and attendees. This year, the expo will be held at Capital Clubhouse Arena, Southern Maryland’s ultimate recreational complex located in Waldorf, MD. The 90,000 square foot facility sees 400,000 in foot traffic annually. Waldorf, MD (located in Charles County), a thriving community located 23 miles south-east of Washington, DC. Register to attend at CulturalExpo.Eventbrite.com. Become a sponsor by emailing [email protected]. #MDEvents #DMVEvents #MarylandEvents #blackamericans #africanamericans #culturalheritage #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrensauthors #blackexcellence #childledlearning
Do You Love Me, Mommy? Written By P.D. Brogden Illustrated By Franco Caro Revuelta This sweet book is like a warm hug at bedtime. As a precious little girl is getting ready for bed. “Do you love me?” She in her tiniest voice said. Her Mother smiled and looked right in her eyes. “My dear, I love you more than you’d ever realize.” She held her daughter in her arms and began to say how much she loved her in more than one way. There are discussion questions in the back of the book. @eye_love_books #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #doyoulovememommy #blackchildrensauthors #pdbrogden #eyelovebooks #blackmothersanddaughters #mothersday #bedtimestories #bedtime #bedtimestory #motherslove #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
My Day With Mama Written by Amber T. Bogan Illustrated by Karla Bivens In this delightful book, today is girl’s day! It’s a day for Kayla and Mama to spend quality time together. After a quick breakfast, they put on their matching shades and off they go! They visit the museum to look at art. When they leave the museum, it’s time for lunch. Their day of enjoyment isn’t over yet. Days with Mama are the best. @ambertbogan @littleboganbooks @karlabiv.art #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooksaboutmamas #childrensbooksformothersday #childrensbooks #mydaywithmama #mothersday #blackchildrensauthors #ambertbolden #blackchildrensillustrators #karlabivens #littleboganbooks #blackmama #blackmamas #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Tasha’s Voice by Carmen Bogan Illustrated by Floyd Cooper and Daria Peoples Floyd Cooper Day Tasha was quiet. Whenever her teacher, Miss Garcia, called on her, Tasha’s tongue felt dry. Her heart pounded-boom, boom-and all she could say was . . . nothing. The class was preparing for a field trip to the park on Friday. Miss Garcia told the class they would see giant trees hundreds of years old! They would also see colorful wildflowers, and all sorts of birds and bugs and other creatures. It was going to be the best park ever, and Tasha imagined she was already there. Will Tasha find her voice? This book is in memory of Floyd Cooper. You can read how it was completed in “Finishing Tasha’s Voice,” following the story. You can also read the Author’s Note, Parks Are Special. @carmenmbogan @dariapeoples #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #tashasvoice #childrensbooksaboutparks #childrensbooksaboutnature #findingyourvoice #blackchildrensauthors #carmenbogan #blackchildrensillustrators #dariapeoples #floydcooper #floydcooperday #blackchildren #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
For You, I Will by ESPN Sportscenter Anchor Elle Duncan Illustrated By Coretta Scott King Honoree Laura Freeman This book is about a mother’s love for her daughter, and how she shows support and encouragement. It also pays homage to Black Female Titans Of History. I will wrap my arms around you so you will know comfort. I will stand steady while you find your footing. I’ll walk tall while you find your stride. For you, I will. In a world that will try to quiet you and attempt to dim your flame, I will help you find your voice to be bold and unafraid. I will teach you about your ancestors, their stories and triumphs, so you will know that you are born of titans! @elleduncan @laurafreemanart #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #foryouiwill #motherhood #blackmothersanddaughters #childrensbooksformothersday #mothersday #blackchildrensauthors #elleduncan #blackchildrensillustrators #laurafreeman #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Who’s ready to make a Divine splash 💦 🏊🏾 #Repost @blackteacherandbooks ・・・ Afro Unicorn Divine Makes a Splash by April Showers Illustrated by Anthony Conley Pool Opening Day This book was written to encourage kids to swim and have fun while doing it. Join the Afro Unicorns as they visit Star Cove, with its beautiful lagoon. Everyone is excited except Divine, she wants to make a splash too, but she is afraid. The Uni Mermaids overheard Divine and knew they had to help! Luckily, Divine’s friends, Magical and Unique are ready to help too, with a little magic, and a lot of love to help her overcome her fears and learn to swim. Afro Unicorn has created the Learn to Swim AU Initiative alongside local swim organizations nationwide to service communities plagued by a lack of access to pools and proper instruction. They feel every child should know how to swim and have equal access to swimming facilities and lessons. @afrounicorn_official @gotaprilshowers @anthonyconleyart #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrenscharacters #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooks #divinemakesasplash #afrounicorn #swimming #poolopening #poolopeningday #learntoswim #blackchildrensauthors #aprilshowers #blackchildrensillustrators #anthonyconley #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Mama’s Home written by Shay Youngblood illustrated by Lo Harris This book is a celebration of Mamas and those who possess the qualities of a Mother, shown through their love and care. I’m lucky I have seven Big Mamas and seven houses, one for every day of the week. My mother has to work late almost every day. Sometimes she has to go away for weeks. On Monday, Nurse Luella picks me up. She takes the training wheels off my bike. I fall down a few times, but pretty soon it feels like I can fly. We make pancakes for dinner. I want to be a pilot. On Tuesday, Miss Zikora sings while we hang clothes on the line to dry. After choir practice, we eat delicious fufu and pumpkin stew with our fingers. I think I want to sing in my own band. On Wednesday, Aunt Lily plays the blues on the radio and lets me beat out my math answers on pots and pans with a wooden spoon. Aunt Lily lets me measure the ingredients for the cornbread to go with the gumbo soup. I think I want to be a chef. When Mama comes home, we celebrate. There is an Author’s Note, recipe for Sweet Pink Punch, and a message from Christopher Myers in the back of the book. @shayyoungbloodarts @loharris_art #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooksaboutmamas #childrensbooks #mamashome #mothersday #childrensbooksformothersday #blackchildrensauthors #shayyoungblood #blackchildrensillustrators #loharris #blackmama #blackmamas #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Ballet Beignet Written By Arian T. Moore Illustrated By Aria Jones Zoe was pretty in pink and eager for her first ballet recital. Her pliés were perfect, her relevés were ravishing, and her sautés were splendid. But, Zoe couldn’t get her pirouettes. She practiced and practiced, but her twirls weren’t precise. Feeling discouraged, Zoe is comforted by her Mom. She tells Zoe all about Raven Wilkinson, the first African American woman to dance for a major classical ballet company. Zoe is encouraged even more on a visit to New Orleans for her Pawpaw’s 70th birthday party. When she bites into a beignet with sugar swirls, her feet start to tingle, and her toes start to wiggle. It’s magical! @drariantmoore #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #balletbeignet #blackballerina #blackballerinas #beignet #beignets #firstballetrecital #blackchildrensauthors #ariantmoore #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Why Is Everything Closed? A Coronavirus Tale by Lauren Patterson Illustrated by: Anirban Ghosh and Noemi Gazzano What started out as a normal day, drastically changed. Donovan noticed that there were no other cars on the road as Dad drove him to school. When they arrived, signs were posted everywhere. School was closed. Principal Davis yelled through a megaphone for everyone to stay in their car. Spring Break was extended until further notice! Donovan’s sister, Zara, thought the babysitter’s was closed as well. As a matter of fact, everything was closed. Corona was here! Join this loving family as they navigate through the beginning of a pandemic. Hey God, now that I’ve updated you on our entire quarantine life, Bless all of the families around the world. @mypeproductions #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooksaboutcoronavirus #whyiseverythingclosed #acoronavirustale #coronavirus #pandemic #blackchildrensauthors #laurenpatterson #blackfamilies
Afro Unicorn A Magical Day by April Showers Illustrated by Anthony Conley Happy Birthday!🎂 You’re invited to Magical’s birthday party! Her best friends, Unique and Divine, can’t wait. Divine wants to surprise Magical with a special present. But, how do you surprise a friend who has superpowers? Magical rushes to the garden. She has lost her Kindness Crown, and her superpowers won’t work well without it. Divine and Unique search the kingdom of Afronia. They must find the crown before the party. @afrounicorn_official @gotaprilshowers @anthonyconleyart #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooksaboutunicorns #childrensbirthdaybooks #childrensbooks #amagicalday #afrounicorn #birthday #birthdayparty #blackchildrensauthors #aprilshowers #blackchildrensillustrators #anthonyconley #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Afro Unicorn Divine Makes a Splash by April Showers Illustrated by Anthony Conley Pool Opening Day This book was written to encourage kids to swim and have fun while doing it. Join the Afro Unicorns as they visit Star Cove, with its beautiful lagoon. Everyone is excited except Divine, she wants to make a splash too, but she is afraid. The Uni Mermaids overheard Divine and knew they had to help! Luckily, Divine’s friends, Magical and Unique are ready to help too, with a little magic, and a lot of love to help her overcome her fears and learn to swim. Afro Unicorn has created the Learn to Swim AU Initiative alongside local swim organizations nationwide to service communities plagued by a lack of access to pools and proper instruction. They feel every child should know how to swim and have equal access to swimming facilities and lessons. @afrounicorn_official @gotaprilshowers @anthonyconleyart #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrenscharacters #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooks #divinemakesasplash #afrounicorn #swimming #poolopening #poolopeningday #learntoswim #blackchildrensauthors #aprilshowers #blackchildrensillustrators #anthonyconley #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Eco Girl written and illustrated by Ken Wilson-Max Arbor Day Eve lived at the edge of a big, old forest, with trees as far as she could see. She loved the forest and all the animals and birds in it, but she loved the trees most of all. Her favorite was the baobab tree. The day before Eve’s birthday, Mom, Dad, and Eve go to visit Grandma, deep in the forest. On Eve’s birthday, Grandma gives her a special gift wrapped in bark. Baobab Trees grow in many African countries. They can live for more than three thousand years. Sometimes called “ the tree of life,” the baobab stores water in its huge trunk and provides animals with food and shelter and humans with food, clothing material, and medicines. There are a few more tree facts in the back of the book. @wilsonmaxken #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooksabouttrees #childrensbooks #ecogirl #trees #forests #arborday #baobabtree #earthmonth #earthday #blackchildrensauthors #blackchildrensillustrators #kenwilsonmax #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Dollie Ollie Tales A Rainy Day By Danielle Marietta Illustrated by Abria Das In this cute and colorful book, the little girl doesn’t like when the THUNDER booms and the raindrops fall. Mommy reassures her that she is safe inside, and that it’s the perfect day to use her imagination. They pretend to go on vacation and have lots of fun and exploration! Join the little girl, her dollie, Ollie, and Mommy. They sip tea with a dinosaur and have adventures galore. This has been the best day ever and it looks like they owe it all to the WEATHER. @daniellemariettabooks #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooksaboutweather #childrensbooks #dollieollie #arainyday #rainydayfun #blackchildrensauthors #daniellemarietta #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
When children and families have a strong foundation in health literacy, they become advocates for their own health. It’s important families are equipped with the tools they need to navigate the healthcare system and make informed decisions. “The Big Discovery” provides child-centric medical terms and a glossary to help families navigate new terminology. Share a copy of The Big Discovery with a family you know, beginning or navigating the conversation. 🔗 in bio #thebigdiscoverybook #letsstarttheconversation #breastcancer #cancerawareness #kidsbooks #childrensbooks #childrensauthor #thebigdiscoverybook #thebigdiscovery #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrensauthors and #blackchildrensauthor #breastcancerbook #childrensbookauthor #childrensbooks #cancerbooksforchildren #blackbreastcancer #breastcancersurvivor🎀 #tnbcsurvivor #breastcancerjourney #breastcancerprevention #breastcancerdiagnosis
Rainbow Days The Gray Day Written by Valerie Bolling Art by Kai Robinson This book has three easy to read chapters with illustrations. Glitter Zoya and her pup, Coco, love to make art. Zoya wants her art to sparkle. Rain Zoya wants to make a bright painting. But all she sees is a gray day outside. She listens to the raindrops tap on her window. She hears thunder. Leaves Today is a very gray day! Even Zoya’s paintings are gray. They need color. The leaves on the trees are wet. But they’re colorful. Zoya will make her own leaves. They will make her paintings colorful. There are two fun activities to draw and write at the end of the book. @valeriebollingauthor #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #rainbowdaysthegrayday #rainbowdaysbook #grayday #graydays #rainydays #rainydayfun #art #artsupplies #blackchildrensauthors #valeriebolling #blackchildrensillustrators #kairobinson #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
If Kids Ran the World by Leo & Diane Dillon Earth Day If Kids Ran the World, we would make it a kinder, better place. We know people are hungry, so all over the world, everyone would have enough to eat. No matter how sick people were, they would have the medicine they needed. People would spend more time playing and less time worrying. No bullying would be allowed. All children would go to good schools where every teacher was nice and had lots of books, music, and art. Children would all live with people who loved them. More forests would be planted and protected. People would take care of the planet and animals and plants. Nobody would throw trash on the ground or in the ocean or make the air dirty. People would live together in peace. No more hate. If kids ran the world, would these things be possible? Yes, we think so. There is a message about What Kids Are Doing Now, and A Note To Parents and Teachers at the end of the book. #blackteacherandbooks #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooks #ifkidsrantheworld #blackchildrensauthors #blackchildrensillustrators #leodillon #earthday #childrenaroundtheworld #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Thunder Rose by Jerdine Nolen Illustrated by Kadir Nelson For as long as the author could remember, she wanted to write a tall tale set in the Old West. Some who settled that land were Africans who had been treated as slaves in the South. It is a little known part of American history. Thunder Rose is a cowgirl heroine of the West, she has the power of thunder and lightning coursing through her veins. Thunder Rose performs all sorts of feats, including taming a stampeding herd of steers, and turning a tornado aside. The stories of Rose’s amazing abilities spread like wildfire, far and wide. And as sure as thunder follows lightning, and sun follows rain, whenever you see a spark of light flash across a heavy steel gray sky, listen to the sound of the thunder and think of Thunder Rose and her song. @jerdinenolen @kadirnelson #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #thunderrose #blackchildrensauthors #jerdinenolen #blackchildrensillustrators #kadirnelson #blackcowgirl #blackcowgirls #blackfolktales #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Bad News for Outlaws The Remarkable Life of Bass Reaves, Deputy U.S. Marshal By Vaunda Micheaux Nelson Illustrations By R. Gregory Christie Showdown Indian Territory, 1884 Being a peace officer in Indian Territory was rough and dangerous. Bass Reeves was up for the challenge. He had a big job. And it suited him right down to the ground. Everything about Bass Reeves was big, and he stood a head taller than most men. Bass had broad shoulders and huge hands. He was strong too. Bass sported a large bushy mustache and wore a wide-brimmed black hat. He rode tall, powerful horses. But the biggest thing about Bass Reeves was his character. He had a dedication to duty few men could match. He didn’t have a speck of fear in him. And he was honest as the day is long. There are Western Words, a Timeline, and other back matter at the end of the book. #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #badnewsforoutlaws #bassreeves #blackdeputyusmarshal #indianterritory #blackchildrensauthors #vaundamicheauxnelson #blackchildrensillustrators #rgregorychristie #blackcowboys
I had a ton of inspiration! But to name a few: my son, leaving a legacy behind, and the excitement of inspiring other children! What about you? 📚 Author of 4 books: Shiloh & Dande the Lion (award-winning) Soulful Holidays (seasonal best-seller) Cocoa Mistletoe (brand new release) Thank Fall (new seasonal best-seller) #childrensbookseries 📚 #africanamericanbooks #earlychildhoodlearning #childrensbookartist #earlychildhoodeducators #blackchildrensauthors #parentsofig #forparents #unapologeticallyblack #earlychildhoodteacher #parentschoice #blackhistoryyoudidntlearninschool #blackcreativesconnect #blackcreative #blackhistoryinthemaking #bookcreator #bookinspiration #parentsofyoungchildren #amazingparents #shilohanddandethelion #soulfulholidays #ciaralhillbooks #booksforallkids #bestsellingbooks #bestsellingbookseries #kidsbookstagrammer #blackbooksforkids
A Day With No Words The New York Times #1 Bestseller by Tiffany Hammond illustrations by Kate Cosgrove Autism Awareness Month This book introduces children to a little boy with autism. He uses nonverbal communication with his family. I am surrounded by voices, chatting away. It seems as if everyone has so much to say. All these people around me, diverse and unique, I hear them all, but they don’t hear me. I do not speak. There is an Author’s Note at the end of the book. @fidgets.and.fries #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooks #adaywithnowords #childrensbooksaboutautism #autism #autismawareness #autismawarenessmonth #nonverbal #nonverbalcommunication #blackchildrensauthors #tiffanyhammond #fidgetsandfries #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Do you have our classic Little Golden Book “We Are Unicorns” 📚 🤎🦄 #Repost @blackteacherandbooks ・・・ a Little Golden Book Afro Unicorn We Are Afro Unicorns by April Showers Illustrated by Anthony Conley National Unicorn Day This delightful book will introduce children to the Afro Unicorns. In an enchanted land called Afronia, they will meet Unique, Divine, and Magical. All Afro Unicorns have superpowers, and they use their powers to be kind. Unique’s super-songs lift everyone’s spirits, and she loves to dance. Divine is super-strong in her mind and body. She encourages her friends to be their best selves. Magical sees the goodness in everyone’s heart. She can tell who is gentle, smart, and truthful. You are also unique, divine, and magical. Just like the Afro Unicorns! @afrounicorn_official @anthonyconleyart #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #weareafrounicorns #blackunicorns #afrounicorn #nationalunicornday #blackchildrensauthors #aprilshowers #blackchildrensillustrators #anthonyconley #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Have you picked up this master piece yet? 📕 🤎🦄 #Repost @blackteacherandbooks ・・・ You Are a Unicorn! A Little Book of Afromations by April Showers Illustrated by Anthony Conley This sweet board book will teach little readers how special they are. There is no one quite like you! You are a very special unicorn. You are an Afro Unicorn! You are unique. You are magical. You are divine. And you will always be my very special Afro Unicorn. @afrounicorn_official @anthonyconleyart #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #youareaunicorn #alittlebookofafromations #afrounicorn #blackchildrensauthors #aprilshowers #blackchildrensillustrators #anthonyconley #positiveaffirmation #blackunicorn #blackunicorns #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
It’s never the right time to have this conversation, but it’s necessary. The greatest gift we can give our children is honesty. I have learned that timely, sensitive, open, and ongoing conversations can help your child throughout your journey. You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s start the conversation together! Available on Amazon. Book 🔗 in bio #thebigdiscoverybook #letsstarttheconversation #breastcancer #cancerawareness #kidsbooks #childrensbooks #childrensauthor #thebigdiscoverybook #thebigdiscovery #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrensauthors and #blackchildrensauthor #breastcancerbook #childrensbookauthor #childrensbooks #cancerbooksforchildren #blackbreastcancer #breastcancersurvivor🎀 #tnbcsurvivor #breastcancerjourney #breastcancerprevention #breastcancerdiagnosis #ParentingWithCancer #MomsWithCancer #DadsWithCancer
Hey Black Child by Useni Eugene Perkins illustrated by Caldecott Honoree Bryan Collier National Poetry Month This poem is dedicated to Black children and their endless possibilities. Hey Black Child Be what you CAN BE Learn what you MUST LEARN Do what you CAN DO And tomorrow YOUR NATION WILL BE WHAT YOU WANT IT TO BE There is an Author’s Note and an Illustrator’s Note at the end of the book. #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrenspoetrybooks #childrenspoetrybooks #childrensbooks #heyblackchild #blackchildrensauthors #usenieugeneperkins #blackchildrenspoets #blackchildrensillustrators #bryancollier #nationalpoetrymonth #blackchildren #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Positive Affirmations for Children Written By Dr. Novice McDaniel This inspiring and uplifting book is filled with positive messages to empower young minds, bodies, and spirits. I Am Loved My family loves me. My friends love me. I am loved in every way. I Am Smart I study hard and I do my best to learn. I have a good mind and I love to explore new things. I ask questions so that I can continue to grow. I Am Obedient I listen and obey. I follow the rules each and every day. I show respect and do what’s right and I make others proud of me. I Am Healthy I am healthy and strong, and I take care of my body all day long. I drink plenty of water and I eat my fruits and veggies. I exercise and play keeping me healthy and bright. I Am Enough I am who God made me to be. That makes me enough just as I am. #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooks #positiveaffirmationsforchildren #positiveaffirmationsforkids #positiveselftalk #positiveselfimage #blackchildrensauthors #drnovicemcdaniel #womenemerge #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Ty’s Travels Showtime! by Kelly Starling Lyons pictures by Niña Mata Ty sees red drums, a guitar, and a piano. He wishes he could play everything at once. He frowns and looks around. He sees his friend Ari. He sees his friend Jazz. Ty smiles and walks over. “Want to make a band?” Join Ty and his friends on a musical adventure. It’s showtime! @kelstarly #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooksaboutmusic #childrensbooks #tystravelsshowtime #tystravels #musicalinstrument #musicalinstruments #band #friendship #blackchildrensauthors #kellystarlinglyons #blackmusicteachers #musicteachers #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
C is for COWGIRL Written By Wednesday Boateng Dawn King Crystal Orr Illustrated By Olivia Fallahee All of the letters of the alphabet are special from letter A to letter Z, but my favorite letter on the ranch is the special letter C. Children will meet Cowrie the cornrow wearing cowgirl, and she will teach them a few C words. Howdy Friends! I’m Cowrie the Cowgirl. I’ll teach you a few C words from my cowgirl world. cowgirl cornrow caring She has a horse named Crackle who goes clickety-clack. When Crackle does something well I clap 1, 2, 3 and C is for Cowgirl just like me. I’m a cowgirl who is confident and cute as can be and C is for Cowgirl just like me. #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensalphabetbooks #alphabet #letterc #childrensbooks #cisforcowgirl #blackcowgirl #blackcowgirls #blackchildrensauthors #wednesdayboateng #dawnking #crystalorr #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Learning and movement, what a great combination! Action Based Learning (ABL) is academic learning using purposeful movement. It utilizes the natural link between the brain and the body to maximize learning. Brain research shows that when kids move, learning improves. For more information, check out @actionbasedlearning. 💜 Physical Health: Regular movement and exercise can help children maintain their physical health and well-being. It can improve their strength, flexibility, and overall fitness levels, which are important for their overall health, especially during stressful times like dealing with a parent's cancer diagnosis. 💜 Social Support: Engaging in movement activities, such as sports or group exercise classes, can provide children with a sense of community and social support. This can help them connect with others who may be going through similar experiences and build a support network outside of their immediate family. Social support is important for children dealing with the stress and uncertainty of a parent's cancer diagnosis. ABL was a method I used when I was a health and PE teacher. My kiddos always enjoyed the lessons that integrated this method. #thebigdiscoverybook #letsstarttheconversation #breastcancer #cancerawareness #thebigdiscoverybook #letsstarttheconversation #breastcancer #cancerawareness #kidsbooks #childrensbooks #childrensauthor #thebigdiscoverybook #thebigdiscovery #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrensauthors and #blackchildrensauthor #breastcancerbook #childrensbookauthor #childrensbooks #cancerbooksforchildren #blackbreastcancer #breastcancersurvivor🎀 #tnbcsurvivor #breastcancerjourney #breastcancerprevention #breastcancerdiagnosis #ParentingWithCancer #MomsWithCancer #DadsWithCancer
Cowgirl J and the magical lasso 1 2 3 “Counting with Cowgirl J !!!” by Ja’Dayia Kursh Character design by Devika Oza Lasso up the horses and count the numbers 1-20 with Cowgirl J! 1 One One jumping horse, so much fun. Let’s start our count, we’ve just begun. 2 Two Two horses trot with pride. Count with us, enjoy the ride! 3 Three Three horses gallop in the sun. Count with glee, everyone. #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #cowgirljandthemagicallasso123 #childrenscountingbooks #blackcowgirls #cowgirls #horses #blackrodeoqueen #blackchildrensauthors #jadayiakursh #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
a Little Golden Book Afro Unicorn We Are Afro Unicorns by April Showers Illustrated by Anthony Conley National Unicorn Day This delightful book will introduce children to the Afro Unicorns. In an enchanted land called Afronia, they will meet Unique, Divine, and Magical. All Afro Unicorns have superpowers, and they use their powers to be kind. Unique’s super-songs lift everyone’s spirits, and she loves to dance. Divine is super-strong in her mind and body. She encourages her friends to be their best selves. Magical sees the goodness in everyone’s heart. She can tell who is gentle, smart, and truthful. You are also unique, divine, and magical. Just like the Afro Unicorns! @afrounicorn_official @anthonyconleyart #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #weareafrounicorns #blackunicorns #afrounicorn #nationalunicornday #blackchildrensauthors #aprilshowers #blackchildrensillustrators #anthonyconley #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Mama’s Library Summers By Melvina Noel Art By Daria Peoples This heartwarming book was very relatable. Just like the author, I owe my love of books, reading, and Black history to my Mama. I frequented the library as a child and participated in the summer reading club. I was also fortunate to have a Black third grade teacher, Miss Gail Allen, who taught us Black history, and introduced us to the poetry of Paul Laurence Dunbar. Harriet Tubman is my hero to this day. Every summer, Mama drives her two daughters to the library to check out books. Only books about Black people, Mama’s directions. They read all summer long. I see myself in our library books. I am proud to be Black, thanks to Mama. When we are done with our books, Mama holds book review contests. We each share loud, strong opinions about each book. Winner gets an extra slice of Mama’s homemade sweet potato pie. There is an Author’s Note and an Illustrator’s Note at the end of the book. @melvinawrite4u #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #mamaslibrarysummers #blackchildrensauthors #melvinanoel #nationallibraryday #library #summerreading #reading #blackhistory #blackmama #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
I Am More Than From the creators of the #1 New York Times bestseller I Promise written by LeBron James illustrated by Niña Mata This promising book will encourage children to be more than they ever thought was possible. When they ask me who I am and what is it I do, I say I can do anything because I know it’s true. I am more than what others expect because I believe in me. I can do BIG things. I believe in who I am. I’ll reach my goals. I am more than! There is a note from LeBron James at the end of the book. LeBron James is the author of two other books for children. He is a four-time Olympic gold medalist, and the NBA’s all-time leading scorer. #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooks #iammorethan #empowering #motivating #powerful #positivethinking #positiveselfimage #blackchildrensauthors #lebronjames #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators #lebronjamesfamilyfoundation
I Am Extraordinary By Stephen Curry Illustrated By Geneva Bowers It was Zoe’s first day of school. She was a straight-A student who loved soccer. All summer long, Zoe had dreamed about trying out for the school soccer team. But, Zoe wasn’t excited about school, she was nervous. Zoe wore hearing aids to help her hear. She worried that the other kids might not accept her for who she was. And, she worried about being good enough to join the soccer team. Zoe’s brother, Aaron, reassured her about the new school. Zoe’s parents reminded her that she was extraordinary. When Zoe meets some new girls at school, will she build her confidence, and try out for the school team? Anything is possible when you believe in yourself! Stephen Curry is a four-time NBA champion, two-time league MVP, and Finals MVP winner. He is the founder of Eat. Learn. Play., a nonprofit organization that empowers underserved children and communities across the United States. #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooks #iamextraordinary #blackchildrensauthors #stephencurry #blackchildrensillustrators #genevabowers #selflove #selfacceptance #confidence #firstdayofschool #soccer #deafhistorymonth #hearingaids #believeinyourself #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
It’s International Children’s Book Day!📚✨I am a 4x published children’s book author and I LOVE creating fun and engaging children’s books that promote and celebrate self-confidence, faith, and positive relationship building. Here’s more info on my current titles: ✨Jumping Beanie & The Mustard Seed: This cute picture book is a faith-based tale of courage, friendship and belief.✨ Perfect for ages 2-6! 💜A Girl and Her Grandpa (NEW 2nd Edition): I put a new spin on my first published book! It is now a rhyming book with an entirely new layout that celebrates grandfathers and granddaughters around the world. 💜 Perfect for ages 4-8! 💙A Boy and His Grandpa (New!): This brand new rhyming book is the boy version of A Girl and Her Grandpa, and celebrates grandfathers and grandsons around the world.💙 Perfect for ages 4-8! 👑A Crown Like Mine (NEW 2nd Edition): This affirmation, faith-based book is an ode to self-love and speaking life into young girls. 👑 Perfect for ages 4-8! All books are available on Amazon! Check out my website (link in bio) for more info.🥰 #selfpublishedauthor #childrensbooks #childrensbookauthor #aspiringchildrensbookauthor #blackchildrensauthors #newchildrensbook #dallaschildrensauthors #houstonchildrensbookauthor #affirmationbooksforkids #blackgirlmagic #booksforblackkids #booksforblackgirls #worldchildrensbookday #internationalchildrenbookday
You Are a Unicorn! A Little Book of Afromations by April Showers Illustrated by Anthony Conley This sweet board book will teach little readers how special they are. There is no one quite like you! You are a very special unicorn. You are an Afro Unicorn! You are unique. You are magical. You are divine. And you will always be my very special Afro Unicorn. @afrounicorn_official @anthonyconleyart #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #youareaunicorn #alittlebookofafromations #afrounicorn #blackchildrensauthors #aprilshowers #blackchildrensillustrators #anthonyconley #positiveaffirmation #blackunicorn #blackunicorns #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Elijah’s Easter Suit Written by Brentom Jackson Illustrated by Emmanuel Boateng On Easter, there are only two rules at the Third Avenue Church: #1. Show up! #2. Look good! Reverend White always gives a special Sunday sermon shout-out to that one member wearing something so spectacular, it makes the congregation rejoice and sing HALLELUJAH! This year, Elijah was determined to be the first kid to get the reverend’s nod and the church’s applause. All he had to do was pick the perfect Easter suit. Elijah searched stores uptown, midtown, and downtown. He tried different styles, but they didn’t look quite right! Elijah’s hopes for the best Easter suit were falling apart at the seams. There is A Note From The Author: Fashion, Faith, And Freedom in the back of the book. @brentomjackson @mind.of.el #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrenseasterbooks #childrensbooks #elijahseastersuit #blackchildrensauthors #brentomjackson #blackchildrensillustrators #emmanuelboateng #easter #eastersuit #eastersunday #eastertraditions #blackchildren #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Patchwork Prince By Baptiste Paul Illustrated By Kitt Thomas The Patchwork Prince is ready for a new adventure. Join him and his mom as they pick fabric from the scrap heap. He scrubs and brushes and scrapes the fabric so his mother, the queen, can work her magic. Swaying up and down, pinching open and closed rolling, measuring, cutting, and laying each piece like a mosaic. She smiled with every stitch. “Each piece tells a story,” she said. Black for beauty. Gold for royalty. Blue for dignity. Green for life. Red for strength. And when she is finished? A patchwork prince emerged. There is an Author’s Note in the back of the book. @baptistepaul77 @kitt.thomas.art #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #patchworkprince #blackchildrensauthors #baptistepaul #blackchildrensillustrators #kittthomas #blackprince #patchwork #patchworkclothing #patchworkcolors #blackteachers #teachers
Holding Her Own The Exceptional Life Of Jackie Ormes Words By Traci N. Todd Pictures By Shannon Wright Zelda Jackson is an artist. Her mother shows her how to work a needle and thread. Her father owns a print shop and has a talent for painting. As she grows, Zelda becomes a poet and storyteller stitching together pictures and words. She dreams of writing for the Pittsburgh Courier, the powerful Black newspaper. After a few letters, the editor gives her a chance. Her byline is simply her family nickname: “Jackie.” Jackie pushes her way onto the Courier’s funny pages with a comic strip about Torchy Brown. But after just one year, Jackie puts down her pen to have a few adventures of her own. There is trouble in the streets of Chicago. Jackie is a fighter, but she isn’t much for marching. So she finds another way. Jackie creates a Patty-Jo comic. She is meant to make people smile. Because when times are hard, a little joy can feel like hope. She also creates a Patty-Jo doll. Jackie Ormes was the first Black woman cartoonist to be nationally syndicated in the United States. She was also a journalist, fashionista, philanthropist, and activist who used her incredible talent and artistry to bring joy and hope to people everywhere. There is A Note From The Author, and A Note From The Illustrator at the end of the book. @tracintodd @shannonwright #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #holdingherowntheexceptionallifeofjackieormes #jackieormes #firstblackwomancartoonist #blackchildrensauthors #tracintodd #blackchildrensillustrators #shannonwright #pittsburghcourier #blackcomicstrips #torchybrown #pattyjo #pattyjodoll #blackcomics #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
“Can we just talk? Talk about where we’re goin’ Before we get lost.” Wonder what Alyse’s mom and her care team are discussing? Our relationships with our doctors and healthcare providers are important and not intended to be unilateral. 🗣️You have a VOICE in the process. 🗣️ When you have bidirectional conversations, you work together to achieve a goal. Being open with your doctor about your questions and concerns can help when translating appropriate and timely information to children. A few great questions to ask that I have heard from all of you are: ❓What are all my options? ❓Is it medically necessary? ❓Is there anything more we can do? ❓Can I be connected to a patient navigator? ❓❓❓What questions or resources do you recommend?❓❓❓👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 #thebigdiscoverybook #letsstarttheconversation #breastcancer #cancerawareness #kidsbooks #childrensbooks #childrensauthor #thebigdiscoverybook #thebigdiscovery #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrensauthors and #blackchildrensauthor #breastcancerbook #childrensbookauthor #childrensbooks #cancerbooksforchildren #blackbreastcancer #breastcancersurvivor🎀 #tnbcsurvivor #breastcancerjourney #breastcancerprevention #breastcancerdiagnosis #ParentingWithCancer #MomsWithCancer #DadsWithCancer
How are you? This is such a powerful question. When we ask ourselves and our child(ren) this question it can create a safe space for: 💜Providing Emotional Support 💜Validating Feelings 💜Building Trust and Connection 💜Identifying Support Needs For additional resources for families, check out @picklesgroup @wondersnworries @kesem #thebigdiscoverybook #letsstarttheconversation #breastcancer #cancerawareness #kidsbooks #childrensbooks #childrensauthor #thebigdiscoverybook #thebigdiscovery #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrensauthors and #blackchildrensauthor #breastcancerbook #childrensbookauthor #childrensbooks #cancerbooksforchildren #blackbreastcancer #breastcancersurvivor🎀 #tnbcsurvivor #breastcancerjourney #breastcancerprevention #breastcancerdiagnosis #ParentingWithCancer #MomsWithCancer #DadsWithCancer
Mahogany A Little Red Riding Hood Tale by JaNay Brown-Wood Illustrated by John Joven In this updated version of a classic, Mahogany has skills, and sews her own red patchwork cape. Once she’s finished, Momma asks her to take honey cornbread to G-Ma’s for dinner. Momma also tells Mahogany to head straight through the woods, be careful, and please keep an eye on her surroundings. Of course you know what happens next. But, Mahogany puts her sewing skills to use again, and a little Black Girl Magic to help G-Ma. @janaybrownwood #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #blackfairytales #childrensbooks #mahoganyalittleredridinghoodtale #littleredridinghood #blacklittleredridinghood #blackchildrensauthors #janaybrownwood #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Malashia’s Magical Twists Written by: Hailey E. Robinson, M.S., Licensed Cosmetologist Inspired by: Malashia “Mae Mae” Spencer Illustrated by Daniel Naranjo In this marvelous book, Malashia dreaded wash-day. Having to lay across the counter and lean her head back into the sink wasn’t enjoyable at all. As they begin the hair wash routine, Malashia pleads with her Momma not to braid or twist her hair. Momma doesn’t listen, now Malashia will have to explain her hairstyle at school again. Join Malashia and her magical twists on a magnificent joyride, when unbelievable things take place, and her hair has a mind of its own. Malashia will discover the magic of her twisted kinks, curls, and coils! There is a Glossary and ‘Wash Day’ Steps at the end of the book. @malashias_magical_twists #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooksabouthair #childrensbooks #malashiasmagicaltwists #blackchildrensauthors #haileyerobinson #magicalhair #washday #naturalhair #beautyinblackness #naturalhaircare #naturalhairstyles #selflove #positiveselfimage #blackgirlsandtheirhair #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
The next book this week that I wanted to shine a spotlight on is “I Breathe for Me” by @reesashaynebooks It’s an inspiring book that teaches children about the importance of breath and inner strength! As a therapist, I loved it! A great mindful and motivational book and resource! Author of 4 books: Shiloh & Dande the Lion (award-winning) Soulful Holidays (seasonal best-seller) Cocoa Mistletoe (brand new release) Thank Fall (new seasonal best-seller) #celebratewriting #africanamericanbooks #celebratebooks #womenwriter #blackchildrenslivesmatter #blackchildrensauthors #blackculturenews #blackandproud #womenwrite #weareblackhistory #booksforthesoul #blackhistoryyoudidntlearninschool #blackhistoryunlocked #blackhistoryisworldhistory #blackhistoryinthemaking #blackhistoryyear #blackhistorydaily #blackhistoryfacts✊🏾 #blackhistoryquotes #shilohanddandethelion #soulfulholidays #ciaralhillbooks #booksforallkids #bestsellingbooks #bestsellingbookseries #kidsbookstagrammer #blackbooksforkids
This week, I wanted to shine a spotlight on some books that I’ve recently read and thoroughly enjoyed! The first book is “The Dreamlighters Go to Space” by @mikewritesforkids @mikegammage Description: “Kaleb and Maya are discussing taking an adventure into space when they meet a genie that magically comes out of their nightlight and promises to help. Throughout their journey, they realize the work is not as easy as planned! With the countdown nearing, will the Dreamlighters find their way to the moon?“ Author of 4 books: Shiloh & Dande the Lion (award-winning) Soulful Holidays (seasonal best-seller) Cocoa Mistletoe (brand new release) Thank Fall (new seasonal best-seller) #booksforkids📚 #africanamericanbooks #booksforall #magicalbooks #blackchildrenslivesmatter #blackchildrensauthors #blackculturenews #blackandproud #unapologeticallyblack #bookstoberead #blackhistorybooks #blackhistoryyoudidntlearninschool #blackhistoryunlocked #blackhistoryisworldhistory #kiddiebooks #blackhistoryyear #blackhistorydaily #blackhistoryfacts✊🏾 #blackhistoryquotes #shilohanddandethelion #soulfulholidays #ciaralhillbooks #booksforallkids #bestsellingbooks #bestsellingbookseries #kidsbookstagrammer #blackbooksforkids
Little Rosetta And The Talking Guitar The Musical Story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the Woman Who Invented Rock and Roll written and illustrated by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow Little Rosetta loved music. She loved listening to Momma strum proudly on her mandolin. Zum, zumm, zumm The notes held her. A warm hug on Sunday morning. One day, Momma surprised Rosetta with her own guitar. Now she could make her very own story. With a satisfied grin, Little Rosetta began practicing, eager to create a story to share at the church anniversary. Little Rosetta took her guitar everywhere she went, copying the sounds she heard around her neighborhood. Spring blossomed into summer, and it was time for the church anniversary. As Rosetta got older, she was known as Sister Rosetta Tharpe: The Godmother of Rock and Roll. For over fifty years, Sister Rosetta played until no more sound could be squeezed from her strings. There is an Author’s Note at the end of the book. @callmechartreuse #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #littlerosettaandthetalkingguitar #sisterrosettatharpe #godmotherofrockandroll #blackchildrensauthors #blackchildrensillustrators #charnellepinkneybarlow #blackfemaleguitarplayer #womenshistorymonth #blackmusicteachers #musicteachers #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Ketanji Brown Jackson A Justice For All New York Times Bestselling Author Tami Charles Illustrated By Jenna Skidmore As a little girl, Ketanji Brown Jackson colored next to her father who was studying the laws of the land, and her mother, who was grading papers by hand. Proud daughter of a lawyer and a principal, who both attended segregated schools. Descendant of ancestors once forbidden to read, to learn, to vote. As a teenager, Ketanji is a honor student and star of the debate team. Visions of Harvard bloom at her feet. Ketanji knows the kind of lawyer she wants to be. Ketanji was a law clerk, public defender, and a circuit court judge. She is on a mission. She follows the footsteps of the heroes who came before her: Charlotte E. Ray Jane Bolin Constance Baker Motley On June 30, 2022, Ketanji Onyika Brown Jackson was sworn in as the 116th Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court and became the first Black woman to serve on the highest court of the land. There is an Author’s Note, Important Dates, and Important People And History Shown In The Art in the back of the book. @tamiwrites @jemmajamieskidmore #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #ketanjibrownjacksonajusticeforall #blackchildrensauthors #tamicharles #blackchildrensillustrators #jemmaskidmore #ketanjibrownjackson #firstblackwomansupremecourtjustice #womenshistorymonth #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Houston! I’m so excited to have a book signing and coloring party in my hometown next month! We are celebrating the release of Deuce and I’s newest book, Jumping Beanie & The Mustard Seed. But, I’ll also have some surprise new releases make an appearance as well. 👀 Please join me and bring all the kiddos! There will be coloring sheets, tons of crayons, and door prizes. You can RSVP via the link in my bio. Also feel free to message me for the link as well. Hope to see you there!🥰❤️✨ #selfpublishedauthor #childrensbooks #childrensbookauthor #aspiringchildrensbookauthor #blackchildrensauthors #newchildrensbook #authorsigning #houstonchildrensbookauthor
Miles of Style Eunice W. Johnson and the Ebony Fashion Fair New Voices Award Winner Lisa D. Brathwaite Multitalented illustrator Lynn Gaines I remember attending the fabulous Ebony Fashion Fair and seeing Black excellence on the runway. This remarkable book tells us how it all started. Young Eunice loved to sew. She designed clothes for her dolls because she liked them to be well dressed. Her friends agreed that Eunice had a flair for fashion. Soon Eunice was crafting clothes for herself and designing shirts for her Daddy too. In high school, Eunice entered local sewing contests. When she earned her high school diploma, she also received certificates in sewing and tailoring. Eunice wondered how she could use her talents and style to serve others. Eunice’s parents supported her interests, but they also valued hard work and learning. So, Eunice enrolled at Alabama’s Talladega College. One night at a dance, Eunice met John H. Johnson, a young businessman. They married in 1941. Eunice and John noticed newspapers and magazines often printed stories that showed Black people in a negative light. The Johnson Publishing Company was born. Their new magazine was the Negro Digest. Three years later, Ebony was launched. Eunice believed readers would also be interested in fashion articles, and the “Fashion Fair” column was born. A good friend of Eunice’s reached out, she knew a group of women who would pay to attend a fashion show and raise money at the same time. Eunice liked the idea. Here was her chance to make a difference in the world the way she’d always wanted. There is an Author’s Note in the back of the book. @lisa_d_brat @lynngainesart #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #milesofstyle #eunicewjohnson #ebonyfashionfair #blackchildrensauthors #lisadbrathwaite #blackchildrensillustrators #lynngaines #womenshistorymonth #blackfashionshow #blackmodels #ebonymagazine #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
The Rapping Princess by Hannah Lee illustrated by Allen Fatimaharan Here is a story everyone should know. It’s the tale of a princess named Shiloh. She lived in a kingdom, not far from yours, in a grand house with a swimming pool and fourteen floors. I know that sounds too big but here’s the thing: her mother and father were the Queen and King. Every princess in the kingdom could sing. Yet Shiloh’s voice could do no such thing. One day, Shiloh heard visiting princes make beats on their hands and chest, they were battling to see who could rap best. Their rhymes sounded good enough, but Shiloh could think of better stuff. Suddenly Shiloh wasn’t so shy. She wanted to rap, she wanted to try. @hannahstories_ #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #therappingprincess #blackchildrensauthors #hannahlee #rappingprincess #rapping #blackfemalerappers #blackprincess #womenshistorymonth #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Feliz dia para nós. Hoje celebro todas mulheres que me fortalecem. Uma ilustração que transborda afeto para vocês. ♡ 📖 Do livro "Todos os dias menos Terça-feira" escrito por Andreza Félix @andrezafelix e ilustrado por mim. . . . . . . . #FawCarvalho #ilustração #illustrations #art #arte #artista #artist #artistapreta #8M #women #mulher #diainternacionaldamulher #aquarela #watercolour #painting #pintura #blackchildrensauthors #picturebook #livroinfantil #literatura #illustrationart #blackgirlmagic #mulheresartistas #pretinha #mulheresnegras #blackisbeautiful #mae #criança #girl
I’m Going To Be A Princess A story about Inspirational Black women and girls written by Stephanie Taylor illustrated by Jade Orlando Maya is going to be a princess when she grows up. Maya’s Mom asks her what does she really want to be. Maya really wants to be a princess. Mom tells Maya there are so many other things she could be. She could be a doctor like Alexa Canady. She could be a dancer like Misty Copeland. She could be an Olympic athlete like Alice Coachman. But, Maya still wants to be a princess. There is information about Strong! Bold! Brave! Black Women in the back of the book. @steph_twrites @jadefrolics #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #imgoingtobeaprincess #blackchildrensauthors #stephanietaylor #blackchildrensillustrators #jadeorlando #inspirationalblackwomen #inspirationalblackgirls #womenshistorymonth #blackprincess #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers
Girls Of The World Doing More Than Ever Before New York Times Bestselling Authors Linsey Davis Michael Tyler New York Times Bestselling Illustrator Lucy Fleming In this uplifting book, the girls of the world are ready to go! You can’t stop us now that our time has come. We’re ready to go-there’s a lot to be done. These girls aren’t afraid to make their dreams matter. They crave knowledge, have courage, and are brave. It’s time to be heard by the world through our voices. Speak up for ourselves and express our choices. There is a special note to all the girls of the world, from Linsey Davis, at the end of the book. Linsey Davis is an Emmy Award-winning journalist. She is also a bestselling author. This is her sixth children’s book. @linseydavis @mtylerwrites #blackteacherandbooks #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooks #girlsoftheworld #booksaboutgirls #blackchildrensauthors #linseydavis #michaeltyler #womenshistorymonth #empoweringgirls #inspiringgirls #positiveselfesteem #girlsruletheworld #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
I’m so excited to have my next author signing at Half Price Books on Sunday, March 24th in Dallas!✨I hope that you and the kiddos in your life can stop by, say hi, and check out Jumping Beanie & The Mustard Seed and my other titles! It’s National Reading Month and Women’s History Month, so I hope you can join me!❤️ #selfpublishedauthor #childrensbooks #childrensbookauthor #aspiringchildrensbookauthor #blackchildrensauthors #newchildrensbook #authorsigning #nationalreadingmonth
Carrot Sue Written by Crystal Diaz-Granados Illustrated by Gloria Day Sue loved to cook, and she wanted to be a world-renowned chef when she grew up. But there was one problem: Sue was picky. She didn’t really care for okra, greens, sweet potatoes, or carrots. Sue really didn’t care for vegetables at all. Instead she often chose recipes that didn’t include them. One morning on the way to school, one of Sue’s friends noticed a flyer on a telephone pole. It was for a Cultural Cook Off. This year’s theme is “Very Vegetarian”. Sue’s friends encouraged her to enter the contest. “You know I don’t like to cook with or even eat vegetables. This definitely isn’t the competition for me.” Do you think Sue will change her mind? There is a Glossary, and a recipe for Carrot Sue-fflé in the back of the book. #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #diversechildrensbooks #childrensbooks #carrotsue #blackchildrensauthors #crystaldiazgranados #blackchildrensillustrators #gloriaday #kidchef #kidchefs #kidscookingclass #vegetables #carrots #carrotrecipes #vegetarian #food #foodandculture #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators
Rico Eats a Rainbow Written By Jessica M. Miller Illustrated By Sameer Kassar This colorful book teaches children about eating healthy. When Rico returns from his Auntie’s house, he tells his parents he ate a rainbow. After they question him, Rico admits it wasn’t a real rainbow. Rico explains to his parents that in order to be healthy, you have to eat all of the colors of the rainbow. They can find different foods in all of the colors at the Farmers’ Market. So, Mom suggests they take a walk to the Farmers’ Market. Rico knows all the colors of the rainbow. The first color is red. They look for strawberries, beets, tomatoes, cherries, and red apples. The next color is orange. Rico and his parents see oranges, nectarines, peaches, carrots, and pumpkins. Then comes yellow. They find lemons and squash. Rico and his parents continue to search for more rainbow colors. All of the fruits and vegetables they find are very healthy food choices. This book is another great resource for National Nutrition Month. There is an Afterword from the Author at the end. @ricoeatsarainbow #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #ricoeatsarainbow #blackchildrensauthors #drjessicamiller #eattherainbow #fruits #vegetables #rainbow #healthyfoodchoices #healthyeating #nationalnutritionmonth #blackteachers #blackeducatirs #teachers #educators
Happy Fri’yay! It’s feel them on the first! I notice my girls watch me, and one thing I want to model for them is to care for their health and overall well-being. I check my breasts daily (that’s just me), and I encourage you to check yourself monthly. Checking yourself monthly can change and help save your life. 💕 #1 CHECK your breast and surrounding tissue, RECALL what you felt last month, and finally, RECORD your findings. 💕 #2 If you discover any changes, call your doctor. -Lump, hard knot, or thickening inside the breast or underarm area -Swelling, warmth, redness, or darkening of the breast -Change in the size or shape of the breast -Dimpling or puckering of the skin -Itchy, scaly, sore, or rash on the nipple -Pulling in of your nipple or other parts of the breast -Nipple discharge ( or smells) that starts suddenly -New pain in one spot that doesn’t go away If you have questions or identify any changes, contact your doctor. 💕 #3 Schedule your mammogram for 2024! #thebigdiscoverybook #letsstarttheconversation #breastcancer #cancerawareness #kidsbooks #childrensbooks #childrensauthor #thebigdiscoverybook #thebigdiscovery #blackchildrensbooks #blackchildrensauthors and #blackchildrensauthor #breastcancerbook #childrensbookauthor #childrensbooks #cancerbooksforchildren #blackbreastcancer #breastcancersurvivor🎀 #tnbcsurvivor #breastcancerjourney #breastcancerprevention #breastcancerdiagnosis #ParentingWithCancer #MomsWithCancer #DadsWithCancer #feelitonthefirst #feelthemonthefirst
Lunch Ladies Changing Lives: It’s Crunch Time By: Vincent Sturgis This book is a great resource for National Nutrition Month. Miss Alma and Miss Dollie are two very special lunch ladies. Every morning they carefully prepare delicious and healthy meals for all the kids at school. One day they see three new little girls in the cafeteria named Olivia, Aiyana, and Sloane. Miss Alma and Miss Dollie notice the girls only eat a few pieces of fruits and vegetables, and then throw their food away. They decide to have a conversation with the girls. Miss Alma and Miss Dollie come up with a creative and exciting way to get the girls to try new foods. @authorvsturgis #blackteacherandbooks #blackchildrensbooks #childrensbooks #blackchildrensauthors #vincentsturgis #lunchladies #schoollunch #schoollunches #schoolcafeteria #nationalnutritionmonth #blackchefs #mrcarrot #blackteachers #blackeducators #teachers #educators