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Black Boy, Black Boy

Ali Kamanda Jorge Redmond Ken Daley

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Hardback

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English
Sourcebooks Explore
09 August 2022
Dear boy, Black boy, I believe in you so. Let's start your story-ready, set, go. From athlete and activist Colin Kaepernick to musician Sam Cooke, inventor Elijah McCoy 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.
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Illustrated by:   Ken Daley
Imprint:   Sourcebooks Explore
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 285mm,  Width: 237mm,  Spine: 10mm
Weight:   502g
ISBN:   9781728250649
ISBN 10:   1728250641
Pages:   40
Publication Date:  
Recommended Age:   From 3 to 7 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  English as a second language
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

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.

Reviews for Black Boy, Black Boy

It's a cool book with lots of famous people who can help me learn how to be a good person -- Roderick W., Texas student 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


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