Author and Sesame Street writer, Geri Cole introduces young readers, teachers and parents to the world of diversity in Let’s Celebrate Diversity through the eyes of Tamir, a young Black boy. Sesame Street has educated and served as a social equity resource for over 50 years, expressing the diversity of our rainbow nation of colors. Tamir loves his neighborhood and all that Sesame Street and its citizens like Elmo, Bert&Ernie, and Big Bird! Charles Collectibles and Books rates Let’s Celebrate Diversity 5 out of 5 stars. This is a must-have book for early childcare centers, homeschoolers and Pre-K teachers. Buy Now!
Curator, Jamia Wilson and illustrator Jade Orlando introduce tween and teen readers to an amazing, powerful, and uplifting 52-week collection of black history trailblazers in A Year of Black Joy. This inspiring and well thought out anthology book delivers powerful stories of living pioneers and some ancestors who have revolutionized black culture across the African Diaspora around the world. Read about chess grandmaster Maurice Ashley, author Patrice Lawrence, Dr. Raven the Scientist Maven and NFL Quarterback and civil rights activist Colin Kaperknick. Charles Collectibles and Books rates A Year in Black Joy 4.5 out of 5 stars and a must for every home. Buy Now!
Noted illustrator, Ronald Wimberly joins his incredible illustrations with a thoughtfully assembled collection of quotations from great black luminaries in Black History In Its Own Words. Learn about black trailblazers in various fields of study including: Angela Davis, Spike Lee, Lena Horne, James Baldwin, Saul Williams, Ice Cube, Fred Hampton, Serena Williams and others–in their own words. Students of black history and poetry will love the vividly colorful illustrations of Ronald Wimberly in this amazing book. Charles Collectibles and Books rates Black History In Its Own Words 4.5 out of 5 stars and highly recommends this book for young adults. 4.5 out of 5 stars. Buy Now!
Author Jamia Wilson released a sequel to her award-winning book Young Gifted and Black. Young Gifted and Black Too introduces readers of all ages to trailblazers and pioneers from the global African diaspora. Readers can learn about the United States National Youth Poet Laureate, Amanda Gorman, and rising tennis star and grand slam champion, Naomi Osaka. Charles Collectibles and Books rates Young Gifted and Black Too 4.5 out of 5 stars. must for all ages. Buy Now!
Award winning author, actor, entrepreneur and political activist Hill Harper released his groundbreaking title Letters to a Young Brother more than ten years ago. I wanted to reintroduce readers to this amazing book which speaks to the souls of young African American men and navigating life through teen years to manhood. Charles Collectibles and Books rates Letters to a Young Brother 5 out of 5 stars and a must read for young brothers. 4.5 out of 5 stars. Buy Now!
March serves as Children’s Book Month and Women’s History Month, CCANDBOOKS is proud to review Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic. This amazing book highlights 100 Black women all over the globe. Women, from young adults to elders, from every economic, social and political group are represented in this inspiring book. Spotlighted women include: Angela Davis, Ruth E. Carter, Ava Duvernay, Nzinga of Ndongo and Matamba, among other women from around the globe. Charles Collectibles and Books LLC rates Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic 5 out of 5 stars and a must for all ages. Buy Now!
Husband and wife super duo–Grammy award winning musical artist, Ciara Wilson, and Super Bowl Champion (in addition to future NFL Hall of Famer), Russell Wilson–have written their first children’s book titled Why Not You? Colorful pictures and words of encouragement bring this wonderful story to life. The book encourages African American children to strive to be what they want in life, ultimately creating future leaders of our society. This book is ideal for boosting Pre-K to 2nd graders’ self-esteem and confidence. Charles Collectibles and Books rates Why Not You? 4.5 out of 5 stars. Buy Now!
Author Claire Hartfield examines The Chicago Race Riot of 1919 and its importance in understanding race and its role in society today. It’s often been said that you must know and understand your past to understand and deal with the future. During a hot Chicago summer day, three black boys went swimming at a segregated beach and a white man threw rocks at them, killing one teen in the process. What transpired after the death of this young black teen was the beginning of the Chicago Race Riot of 1919. African Americans fought for justice in what is still one of America’s most polarized cities despite having a large black resident population in its Southside community. Charles Collectibles and Books rates A Few Red Drops 5 out of 5 stars and a must read for everyone. Buy Now!
Author Clarence A. Haynes shares the true story of the discriminatory laws and ideas that affected African American life for generations in True History the Legacy of Jim Crow. In the late nineteenth century, white lawmakers in the United States created a set of policies, collectively called "Jim Crow," that created segregated facilities, like schools and parks, for African Americans in the South. But Jim Crow-type policies didn't just affect the South. These policies have had far-reaching effects across America, impacting where Black people live, how they're treated by the criminal justice system, and how they're portrayed in TV and film. This book is ideal to spark conversation for young adult audiences, 12 and above, and is perfect for schools, social groups and anyone wanting to know true American history. Charles Collectibles and Books rates The True History The Legacy of Jim Crow 4.5 out of 5 stars. Buy Now!