Book bans are targeting books by Black authors and about the Black experience, which has the potential to undermine the reading development of Black children and deprive them of valuable knowledge.
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In summer book club, diverse Baltimore churches discuss ‘The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone And How We Can Prosper Together.’
Two local Protestant faith congregations in Baltimore are collaborating on a Summer Book Club to discuss Heather McGhee’s book “The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone And How We Can Prosper Together” and address the tough realities of living in the city.
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James by Percival Everett: an enthralling reimagining of Huckleberry Finn from the perspective of formerly enslaved Jim
James, a novel by Percival Everett, reimagines Mark Twain’s Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from the perspective of the enslaved Jim, exploring the complexities of his journey and the development of his intellectual and political consciousness.
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It started with a tweet. What if Harry Potter attended an HBCU? Now it’s a book series
LaDarrion Williams’ viral tweet inspired a three-book deal, with the first book, “Blood at the Root”, arriving in stores May 7.
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Five finance books to read by Black authors
“Cashing Out: Win the Wealth Game by Walking Away” is a book written for Black people looking to improve their lot in life on their own terms, while “The Guide to Black Wealth” helps men learn to budget, cut expenses and save money, “The Battle of Finance and Fame” explores the intersection of fame and finances, and “Get Good with Money” is a 10-step plan for moving towards financial security.
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Walters Museum to host AFRO Publisher Dr. Frances “Toni” Draper for ‘Women as Creators and Leaders’ conversation
The Walters Art Museum will invite AFRO Publisher Frances “Toni” Draper to share the journey and accomplishments of the Black-owned newspaper while in conversation with Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts Lynley Herbert on March 23.
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Commentary: HomeWork: A lesson perfected at home
By Maxine J. Wood, Ed.D “HomeWork: Lessons Learned in the Home for Success in School and Life,” released in May 2023, marked the publication of the second edition of a book fifteen years in the making. It reflects a composite view of my observations, recommendations and motivations for encouraging parents and parenting adults to give […]
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Another downside of book bans: They stunt reading ability
By Joseph Williams, Word In Black For years, as test scores fell and teachers fretted, educators and analysts rang the alarm: the U.S. is facing a grade-school reading crisis. If left unaddressed, they say, Black children could fall even further behind. Now, college professors are sounding an alarm of their own. They say college students […]
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Another downside of book bans: They stunt reading ability
By Joseph WilliamsWord In Black For years, as test scores fell and teachers fretted, educators and analysts rang the alarm: the U.S. is facing a grade-school reading crisis. If left unaddressed, they say, Black children could fall even further behind. Now, college professors are sounding an alarm of their own. They say college students are […]
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A Black author takes a new look at Georgia’s White founder and his failed attempt to ban slavery
By Russ Bynum, The Associated Press SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Michael Thurmond thought he was reading familiar history at the burial place of Georgia’s colonial founder. Then a single sentence on a marble plaque extolling the accomplishments of James Edward Oglethorpe left him stunned speechless. Within a lengthy tribute to the Englishman who died in […]
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Five books by Black women to put on your gift list
By Liz Courquet-Lesaulnier, Word In Black The holiday season is officially here, which means it’s time to make gift lists and start shopping for friends and family. But listen, do folks really need another scented candle, pair of socks, or pricey electronic gadget? Perhaps it’s time to consider a more radical act of giving: books […]
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The library club helping teens reflect, read and heal
By Joseph Williams, Word in Black It’s easy to imagine that, for a Black teenager navigating a turbulent life — in juvenile detention, say, or attending a school for students with discipline, learning or behavior issues — racial healing might be the next to last thing on their mind. It’s easier still to think that […]