I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for ways to connect with my daughter while helping her to navigate the complexities of growing up. One way I do this is by reading books together that explore the coming of age experience. I look for books with powerful themes and lessons that can spark …
Books and Toys
Celebrate the holidays in color with these favorite African-American Christmas books! So many of my favorite memories growing up are from Christmas time. The women in my family have always been enthusiastic about the holiday season. From the decorations to the food, they left nothing undone when it was time to celebrate. Everything I learned …
My mother is the person who instilled the love of reading in me. When I was little, I remember having a bookshelf that was stuffed to the max! My mom would read to me every night, and I don’t ever remember her saying no if I asked her to read to me. She taught me …
I love to read, and memoirs by Black women is one of my favorite genres. I’m sure it has much to do with being a Black woman. Seeing how other women like me were able to create lives that are meaningful and impactful, in whatever way, is inspiring. That’s the draw of these books for …
If you’re looking for Black history books for preschoolers, I have good news. There are SO MANY awesome books out there! It might seem challenging to teach little kids about Black history, but trust me, it really isn’t. Children are sponges. They are curious and eager to learn new things. Taking the time to read …