Black Girl, Black Girl
$18.99 USD
Hardcover
An inspiring new picture book from the authors of Black Boy, Black Boy centered around the importance of self-esteem for African American girls by drawing on the history of the role models that came before them
Dear Girl, Black Girl, rise up, it’s time
It’s a new day and a chance to shine.
Shine like the moon, you’re one of a kind
Radiant and fierce, a brilliant young mind
A mind filled with wonder, creativity and dreams
Shape your own history like these amazing queens
From Kamala Harris to Wilma Rudolph and from Rosa Parks to Miriam Mekaba, this is an uplifting and beautiful introduction to the strong women who have touched our history.
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.
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)
"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
"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
"A wonderful letter to young Black men... Definitely a must read for any child" — Children's Literature Comprehensive Database
"A book that educates, empowers, and enlightens—this book belongs in every library" — School Library Journal, STARRED review
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