Don't miss these awesome fall events happening in and around Asheville in September and October! You'll find Read 2 Succeed sharing free children's books, family reading resources, and fun activities at many of these events AND we could use volunteers! Read below to learn more about when and where to attend and how to sign up to pitch in! What: The Festival of Neighborhoods When: Saturday, September 30, 10 AM - 4 PM Where: Martin Luther King Jr. Park (50 Martin Luther King Jr Drive, Asheville 28801) Admission to the event is free, and everyone is welcome! All of Asheville is invited to gather for a day filled with neighborly interaction, learning, and fun for the whole family at Festival of Neighborhoods. This event is aimed at bringing together neighbors from all corners of Asheville with the primary goal of strengthening the bond between residents, neighborhood associations, and local organizations to create a harmonious and thriving community. Highlights of the event include: Connecting Communities; Entertainment and Activities; Local Services and Neighborhood Resilience Building. Want to volunteer with R2S? Email [email protected] about helping out with this event! What: Community Reparations Summit When: Saturday, October 7, 10 AM - 3 PM Where: UNC Asheville Sherrill Center, 227 Campus Drive, Asheville 28804 Parking and admission are free, but attendance is limited and registration is required. Since March of 2022, the Community Reparations Commission has been working to establish short-, medium-, and long-term recommendations for consideration by the City of Asheville and Buncombe County Government. On Saturday, Oct. 7, a Community Reparations Summit will be held, providing an opportunity for the public to hear directly from the impact focus areas of criminal justice, economic development, education, housing, and health and wellness and provide feedback on their draft recommendations. The event will also feature keynote speaker George Fatheree, who helped return $20 million to the descendants of the owners of Bruce’s Beach, a popular California waterfront property, after it was wrongly taken from them in the 1920s. What: Thomas Wolfe 8K When: Saturday, October 14, 8 AM - race start time Where: Downtown Asheville/Montford The Thomas Wolfe 8K helps support Read to Succeed Asheville/Buncombe! This beautiful autumn run/walk highlights many of Asheville’s favorite sites. Start at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial House in the center of downtown, run through the historic Montford neighborhood and continue past Wolfe’s final resting place in the Riverside Cemetery. Volunteer as a course marshal and earn a donation for R2S, it's easy! Sign up HERE. What: Christine W. Avery Learning Center (CWA) Fall Festival
When: Saturday, October 14, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Where: Martin Luther King Jr. Park (50 Martin Luther King Jr Drive, Asheville 28801) CWA’s 2nd annual fall festival is free for everyone! There will be food trucks, vendors, bounce houses, games, arts and crafts, entertainment and more! CWA strives to enhance the state of marginalized communities by equipping, empowering, and energizing the next generation of socially conscious leaders. They fulfill their vision by providing academic, social, cultural, spiritual, and civic development to disadvantaged families in Western North Carolina through Early Learning, Pre-K, After-school and Summer programming. Want to volunteer with R2S? Email [email protected] about helping out with this event!
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Do you have a soccer player at home? Love watching the World Cup with your family? Then don't miss these incredible children's and YA books about soccer all featuring Black and brown characters. Goodnight Soccer by Michael Dahl Dive into this engaging board book featuring lyrical rhymes and vibrant art. One little girl joins her family to watch two women's soccer teams compete and says goodnight at the end to all the wonderful parts of her day. Covering extensive soccer vocabulary and capturing the excitement of watching a live game in a stadium, this children's book is a sure to be a fan favorite! Watch a live read-aloud on YouTube. Kick It, Mo! by David A. Adler, illustrated by Sam Ricks A goal-worthy member of the Mo book series by David Adler, "Kick It, Mo!" offers a fun look at young boy on game day and all the ways he works with his team to help win the game. Mo is smaller than a lot of the other players and experiences some set backs, but ultimately he is determined to keep going. Watch a live read-aloud on YouTube. Soccer Shootout by Jake Maddox, illustrated by Sean Tiffany Jake Maddox's sports stories are kid favorites and "Soccer Shootout" is no exception. In this chapter book, follow Berk, goalie for the Titans, as he navigates new roles and friendships both on and off the field. Explore deeper comprehension as a reader and learn the fundamentals of different soccer positions Soccer Switch by Brandon Terrell, art by Aburtov (Jake Maddox Graphic Novels) This exciting graphic novel follows the mighty Bobcats soccer team as they start their season with a brand new coach who has an odd way of doing things. From blind fold drills to oven mitts and beyond, young players have to figure out how to show up for themselves and their team as the season heats up. The Field by Baptiste Paul, pictures by Jacqueline Alcántara This stunning children's book shares so much about the spirit and cultural voice soccer (futbol) brings to communities around the world. Written in English and Creole (as spoken in the author's birthplace of Saint Lucia), "The Field" explores as much through its gorgeous illustrations as it does its text. Watch a live read-aloud on YouTube. The Academy by T.Z. Layton Follow 12-year-old Leo as he follows his dreams of becoming a pro soccer player after being discovered by a scout in his small hometown in Ohio. From first-time plane rides to a new country to bullies, roommates, and his own personal fears, Leo must work hard and discover who he is to become the player he knows he can be. Booked by Kwame Alexander A one-of-a-kind YA novel, "Booked" takes readers into the world of soccer-obsessed tween Nick Hall–entirely in verse. This heartfelt story follows the electric ups and downs of Nick's life as a boy, a teammate, a student, a son, and more. Don't miss it! Soccer Star by Mina Javaherbin
An inspiring story of Paolo, a Brazilian boy who dreams of being a soccer star to help his mom so she won't have to work so hard. He practices everywhere with his sister Maria and all his friends and imagines how they will be the best soccer team ever! On the day of the game, the unexpected happens -- and Maria steps in to help his team win a game. Watch a live read-aloud on YouTube. The Read 2 Succeed family could not be more excited to welcome Ashley Allen as our new Co-Executive Director! Learn more about Ashley’s background and how she came to R2S in our latest press release<link>, and don’t miss a fun Q&A with her below.
What role has reading played in your life? As cliche as it is, reading has given me access to a thousand lived experiences in one lifetime. I’m so thankful for every opportunity to immerse myself in stories - real and imagined. I’ve been able to learn about different subject areas, expand my understanding and expertise, and also hear different perspectives. I don’t believe any of this would have been possible without books. What was your favorite book as a child? What is your favorite book now (if it changed!) I’ve never had a favorite book. I love something about everything I read, from poems to the dictionary. I especially love books that deal with morally grey characters, the sort of characterization where the reader has to grapple with the right and wrong and in-betweens of how the plot unfolds. And even though I love reading, selecting one favorite book is a Herculean task I still don’t feel ready for. I can share that, to this day, there has only been one book I’ve reread - Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte. What are you most looking forward to at R2S? During my decade with the public school system, I always found myself wanting more. More time to sit with students and discuss ideas and connections to the texts we read; more time with families to demonstrate easy at-home literacy support; more time to build systems that support learning in and out of the classroom. Coming on board with Read 2 Succeed, I feel like I finally have an opportunity to grasp that more. And to do it under the banner of an organization that lives its values and mission? It’s a humbling experience. I’m looking forward to co-creating experiences that positively impact learners that look like me. Where does your passion come from? Growing up, I was an energetic and brilliant student in a rural school system in Alabama. History class taught that the Civil War was about state rights, confederate flags were worn daily by my peers, and no one believed I was in the right place when I showed up for my AP classes. I loved learning and excelled on tests, but as soon as I would take my eyes off the pages of my work, I was met with judgment. I felt judged by my peers in terms of how I should act and judged by my teachers, who were quicker to send me to detention than the honor roll. After a while, I stopped looking forward to school or engaging in lessons. That could've been the end of my story. Fortunately, I came across a select few who saw what I was capable of and spoke life back into me. I’m eternally grateful to those few and I think all my passion for this work comes from those experiences. I never want another Black child to feel like they’re the problem because they’re repeatedly bombarded with biased narratives. And the idea that I could be lucky enough to be a voice cheering that child on in the face of those biased narratives, motivates me more than I can express. Give us a glimpse at your life off the clock. When I’m not at the R2S office or with one of our community partners, I enjoy spending time with my husband and two dogs - usually cuddled on the couch watching tv. I’m a mentor with Big Brothers, Big Sisters, so I spend a lot of free time playing Pokemon Go and roller skating in the park with my Little. I also love reading, playing D&D, and working on diamond art. What is one of your favorite things to do in Asheville/favorite aspect of Asheville? My favorite thing about Asheville is that other passionate, creative people find their homes here. We have so many amazing local shops like Bee Charmer, Noir Collective AVL, and Herbiary AVL. Visiting these places, you can just tell an individual found something they loved and decided to share it with their community. I love to explore those places in Asheville - whether it’s stationary, drinks, or food- where the evidence of other folks’ passion is on display like that. Support your child or student in building confidence, determination, and self-esteem with these incredible Black children's books! I Am Enough by Grace Byers, illustrations by Keturah A. Bobo The purpose of this book is to teach kids that they are perfect the way they are regardless of one’s abilities, culture, looks and to recognize diversity and respect for one another. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. Mistakes Are How I Learn by Kiara Wilson, illustrations by Kentura A.Bobo, Balzer This book teaches emotional social needs and helps you understand that everyone makes mistakes, we all learn from them but also helps us as individuals with perseverance. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. I Will Be Fierce by Bea Birdsong, illustrations by Nidhi Chanani This book with pictures talks about strength, self-esteem, courage, and encouraging words on how each person is fierce in their own way. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. Mary Can By Mary J. Blidge, illustrations by Ezra Jack Keats Award Winner Ashleigh Corrin This book is letting you know that you can do anything you put your mind to. No matter how hard it gets, keep trying and you are bound to be successful at it. She tells a story about how she never gave up and wants females in general to understand YOU CAN do anything you put your mind to. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. I am Courage/Book of Resilience by Susan Verde, illustrations by Peter H. Reynolds This book teach kids how to stay courageous and believe in their inner strength. To know that they are smart in everything they do. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. .You Can Do It by Tony Dungy, illustrations by Amy June Bates This book talks about encouragement. Want kids to know they can do anything they put their mind too. That no matter the situation, never give up on trying. Most importantly, to have self motivation. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. The Boy Who Never Gave Up by Anthony Curcio, illustrations by Anthony Curcio This book is about a professional NBA basketball player named Stephen Curry, who plays for Golden State. It tells you a story about how he was in highschool and was the weakest person on the high school basketball team but he kept trying because he wanted to be the best. Now he is one of the best NBA basketball players today because he never gave up! Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. You are Important by Todd Snow, illustrations by Melodee Strong This book helps kids know they are important and they matter. The children today is our future and it speaks about how important you are as an individual while communicating and helping others. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. Because I am Me by Ericka J. Gibson, illustrations on November 30, 2020 This book was designed to let children know that they have brown skin, that you are who you are and that you are beautiful. Helps build up self esteem and positive affirmation. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. I can Do Hard things By Gabi Garcia, illustrations by Charity Russell This book help confirm what you already know. Affirmation on esteem and how to overcome different challenges that may come your way. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. Planting Peace/The story of Wangari Maathai by Gwendolyn Hooks, illustrations by Margaux Caarpentier The first Black woman who won the Nobel Peace Prize. This encouraging story speaks on women’s rights as activists and the first environmental warriors who conquered a movement by planting trees in Kenya in the 1960’s. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. Little Legends/ Exceptional men in Black History by Vashti Harrison, illustrations by November 19, 2019 This nonfiction book is about true stories of black men in history. You will hear about several activists, artists, pop stars, athletics. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. Little Dreamers/Visionary Women around the World by Vashti Harrison, Illustrated on November 6, 2018 This inspiring book talks about women all over the world who were dreamers just like you. educating and inspiring little dreamers to grow up to something wonderful and amazing. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. I Choose To Try Again/Story of perseverance and diligence. by Elizabeth Estrada This book teaches young ones how to keep going and to never give up when things get too hard. They need to know and understand that you learn from your mistakes so they can help you grow fierce in any situation. Watch a live read-aloud of this book here. Related posts:
Mental Health Awareness | Children's Books & Activities 13 Black Children's Books About Gardening Fall-Themed Children's Books Featuring Black Characters 10 Back to School Books Featuring Black Characters 5 Ice Cream Inspired Reading Tips & Ideas 11 Children's Books About LOVE Featuring Black Characters 6 Children's Books Celebrating Creativity and Imagination 10 Books About Moving to a New Place Featuring Black Protagonists 10 STEM-inspire Children's books With Black Protagonists Comprehension Questions to Ask Throughout a Story Reading with your child is one of the best ways to explore social emotional learning. Keep these general comprehension questions in mind when reading with your child, and check out our featured list of social emotional children's books featuring Black main characters below.
5 Social Emotional Children's Books With Black Main Characters 1. Jabari Jumps, written and illustrated by Gaia Cornwall He's good at jumping, so he's not scared at all. But when his father takes his hand, Jabari pushes back. Either way, he'll need to figure out what specialty jumps to do and he'll need to stretch before climbing the diving board. Cornwall captures the moment between a patient and encouraging father and a determined boy who can't help but cheer in a sweet and charming tale of overcoming fear. What a live read-aloud of 'Jabari Jumps' read by Sheryl Lee Ralph 2. Allie All Along, written by Sarah Lynne Reul Have you ever felt mad enough to stomp around and turn red? Allie has! With the understanding of her big brother, Allie uses different tools to shed her strong, angry emotion and calm down bit by bit. Watch a live read-aloud of Allie All Along by Sarah Lynne Reul 3. B Is For Breathe: The ABCs of Coping with Fussy and Frustrating Feelings, written by Melissa Boyd An inclusive, unique, and fun ABC book, B is for Breathe highlights many tools children can use to process big emotions while recognizing letters. Eye-catching illustrations and easy strategies to cope with fussy and frustrating feelings, B is for Breathe is a great go-to book for kids to take a moment to soothe themselves. Watch a live read-aloud of B Is for Breathe here. 4. My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood, written by Tameka Fryer Brown Jamie uses color and rhythmic text to capture the mood of the day as he transitions from a "loose green vibe" when he's drawing to his sister to a "gloomy black vibe" when he's teased. What does it take to get Jamie back in the mood? Jamie teaches young readers to explain their emotions in a unique way. Watch a live read-aloud of My Cold Plum Lemon Pie Bluesy Mood 5. Ruby Finds a Worry, written by Tom Percival Ruby is a cheerful, curious and imaginative girl. But one day she discovers something unexpected. She is worried It's not a big concern at first. But everyday it got bigger and bigger, and eventually her worries grew and she could only think about it. But when Ruby befriends a young boy, she learns that everyone has trouble, and that there are great ways to get rid of it. . . She just needs to share her feelings. Watch a live read-aloud of Ruby Finds a Worry 3 Mental Health Awareness Activities for Kids Incorporate multi-sensory activities into your exploration of social emotional learning with these fun ideas:
1. Retelling Feelings Dance - Makeup dance moves to show moods during a read-aloud. For example, in "Allie All Along," Allie is raging RED once she breaks her crayon. An angry dance is stomping around and clenched fists! 2. Picture Reading Faces - Skim through magazines or picture books and have young readers point out different illustrations of faces with strong emotions. Talk about these emotions together, what do they feel and look like in real life. 3. Building Feelings Vocabulary Survey - Download a free printable feelings vocabulary survey to use with your child. The first full month of spring offers a bright and vibrant time to grow a love of reading with children of all ages. Don't miss these five fun ideas for celebrating reading and literacy in April!
1. National Library Week (Apr 23 - 29, 2023) Embrace your love of libraries and all the amazing things they offer communities during National Library Week!
2. National Poetry Month Explore the rich, vibrant, lyrical joy that is poetry during National Poetry Month!
3. April Reading Challenge Dive into ReadBrightly's April Reading Challenge to "shower your shelf with books" this month!
4. National Volunteer Week (Apr 16 - 22, 2023) Show your appreciation for all the volunteers that support reading and literacy in your community!
5. National Tell a Story Day (Apr 27, 2023) Celebrate the art of storytelling during National Tell a Story Day!
Spring is officially here! This season of renewal and growth offers an engaging time for young readers to learn all about plants, gardening, and taking care of the world around them. Don't miss these 13 children's books with Black protagonists all about gardens! 1. Isabel's House of Butterflies by Tony Johnston and illustrated by Susan Guevara Eight-year-old Isabel is growing the greatest treasure, an oyamel tree. Every autumn, an amazing transformation happens, turning Isabel’s tree into La casa de las maripositas - The House of Butterflies. Watch a live read-aloud here. 2. Michelle's Garden by Sharee Miller and illustrated by Sharee Miller Former First Lady Michelle Obama takes an idea, brings it to life, and inspires a nation. Read about how she and others built a big and wonderful garden, in the White House with no prior experience. Watch a live read-aloud here. 3. In the Garden with Dr. Carver by Susan Grigsby and illustrated by Nicole Tadgell Growing food in soil so depleted from years of cotton production had people in rural Alabama struggling to produce. Thanks to the help of Dr. George Washington Carver, some farmers and school children learn how to restore their soil, rediscover the necessary balance of nature, and grow delicious foods for their communities and families. Watch a live read-aloud here. 4. Two Old Potatoes and Me and Me by John Coy and illustrated by Carolyn Fisher A dad takes two old potatoes that his daughter finds in their cupboard and tries to grow new ones. As these new potatoes emerge, Dad and daughter adjust to a new life together facing change that is not that easy to deal with - divorce. Watch a live read-aloud here. 5. Lola Plants a Garden by Anna McQuinn and illustrated by Rosalind Beardshaw A book of garden poems inspires Lola to build a garden of her own. After choosing her plants from the library, she and her mom buy seeds to make her garden. They have planted the seeds, now they have to wait for the growth. Watch a live read-aloud here. 6. Jayden's Impossible Garden by Melina Mangal and illustrated by Ken Daley Jayden is set out to show his mom the nature he sees, in the city. He has the help of his friend Mr. Curtis to plant seeds for a community garden. This garden brings the community, neighbors, and Jayden’s mom together. Watch a live read-aloud here. 7. Marley & the Family Band by Tracey Baptiste, and Cedella Marley and illustrated by Tiffany Rose Marley comes up with a grand idea to make getting new friends easier for her and her siblings. after a recent move from Jamaica to Delaware. She coordinates an outdoor concert until bad weather disrupts her plans. Read about how her neighbors show up and stand out with their help. Watch a live read-aloud here. 8. My Hair Is a Garden written and illustrated by Cozbi A. Cabrera Mackenzie is fed up with being taunted by her classmates about her “unruly” hair. She gets help from her neighbor Miss Tillie, who shows her how to care for her care for her beautiful hair. Watch a live read-aloud here. 9. Harlem Grown by Tony Hillery and illustrated by Jesse Hartland Based on a true story, Tony Hillery works with some restless youth at an underfunded school to turn a vacant lot into a beautiful farm. Years later, with support, thousands of fruits and veggies grow a year. Watch a live read-aloud here. 10. My Carribean Grandma by Sandra Campbell-Notice and illustrated by Anura Srinath Relive some special moments with Grandma, as she weaves vibrant stories, taking a trip down memory lane in rural Jamaica. Watch a live read-aloud here. 11. Messy Bessey's Garden by Patricia and Frederick McKissack and illustrated by Dana Regan This book provides fun and engaging ways for young readers to learn problem solving skills and concepts. Messy Bessy learns that with the right care, she can take good care of her garden. Watch a live read-aloud here. 12. I Am Farmer by Baptiste Paul and illustrated by Elizabeth Zunon Explore the true life story of environmentalist Farmer Tantoh who transformed his home country of Cameroon with bountiful gardens and clean water. Watch a live read-aloud here. 13. Garden Day by Candice F. Ransom and illustrated by Erika Meza On the best day to plant a garden, peas are planted in the backyard. This book has easy rhyming words to enhance the reading experience and give young students phonemic awareness practice. Watch a live read-aloud here. Related posts:
Fall-Themed Children's Books Featuring Black Characters 10 Back to School Books Featuring Black Characters 5 Ice Cream Inspired Reading Tips & Ideas 11 Children's Books About LOVE Featuring Black Characters 6 Children's Books Celebrating Creativity and Imagination 10 Books About Moving to a New Place Featuring Black Protagonists 10 STEM-inspire Children's books With Black Protagonists Join your Asheville and WNC community to learn more about the literacy crisis and what educators, families, and officials are doing around the country to turn the tide. Free Documentary Screening The Right to Read WHEN: Tuesday, Mar 21 TIME: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Arthur R. Edington Center (133 Livingston St., Asheville 28801) Please click the button below to RSVP and reserve your spot. *Light snacks provided* The Right to Read shares the stories of an activist, a teacher, and two American families who fight to provide our youngest generation with the most foundational indicator of life-long success: the ability to read.
When a child can’t read, their chances of incarceration, homelessness, and unemployment increase. That's why Oakland-based NAACP activist Kareem Weaver believes literacy is one of the greatest civil rights issues of our time and is fighting for better reading instruction. “What good is winning the right to vote if we can’t even read the ballot?” Fed up with the bleak reading scores in his own community, Kareem files a petition with the Oakland Unified School District demanding change. This free screening is presented by Read to Succeed, UNC Asheville, and Literacy Together, with sponsorship support from Mosaic Realty. NOTE: Additional screenings will be offered at UNC Asheville on Thursday, Apr 13 at 2 PM & 4 PM (The Grotto, Highsmith Student Union). Click the button above to RSVP for all screening options. Valentine’s Day is here! While this kid-favorite holiday is typically filled with class parties, gifts, crafts and treats, you can also spark a “love of reading” with fun Valentines-themed literacy activities. Check out this quick list of five fun Valentine’s Day literacy activities for kids, from Pre-K through elementary school. Activity 1: Alphabetical Valentine’s Day Wreath Craft Activity Tap into your child's creative side while practicing essential letter recognition and phonemic awareness skills. The best part? This Valentine's letter wreath requires only a few simple supplies you can find around the house! Supplies:
Instructions: For instructions on this activity, visit FunLearningForKids.com Activity 2: Valentine’s Word Search Practice spelling, trick words, and phonics in this treat of a Valentine's word search! Supplies:
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Activity 3: Valentine Vocabulary Cards Create themed vocabulary cards based on Valentine’s Day words with your child and practice spelling and defining them. Select vocab words with multiple meanings that help students develop comprehension skills. Supplies:
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Activity 4: Valentine's Day Word Scrambles Turn your child or student into a super sleuth with these fun and engaging Valentine's Word Scrambles! Supplies:
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Activity 5: Upper & Lowercase Heart Matching Activity Learning the alphabet goes well beyond just reciting a song - learning the lowercase and capital formation of letters PLUS the sounds they make gives Pre-K and Kindergarten students a leg up on learning to read! Check out this fun colorful game for matching uppercase and lowercase letter hearts. Supplies:
Related Articles: Celebrate the Love of Reading, Black History Month, and Black Children's Book Week This February 11 Children's Books About Love Featuring Black Characters Celebrate the Love of Reading, Black History Month, and Black Children's Book Week This February2/3/2023 February is a triple treat of a month as we celebrate our *love* of reading, Black History Month, and Black Children's Book Week.
Don't miss these four fun ideas for exploring reading and learning with your children in February. 1. Participate in Black Children's Book Week, Feb. 26 - Mar 4, 2023. Celebrate Black children's literature during this dedicated week presented by BlackBabyBooks.com. Dive into fabulous culturally-responsive books featuring Black characters and cultures, attend virtual and in-person family reading events, participate in a Black children's talent showcase and more. Asheville native and local author Jorge Redmond (possibly joined by his co-author Ali Kamanda!) will join local students in Asheville, NC during BCBW week for special live readings of "Black Boy, Black Boy." Kicking off Black Children's Book Week at the Chosen PODS After-School at the Arthur R. Edington Center, Redmond and Kamanda will join more than 60 K-4th grade students Monday 2/27 at 3p, followed by visits later in the week to Christine Avery Learning Center and Lonnie D. Burton Child Development Center to read with rising Kindergartners. Finally, Redmond will visit with elementary students at Youthful HAND After-School in the Hillcrest Apartments Community on Friday, 3/3 at 3p! 2. Read, buy and share children's books by Black authors. Visit your local library and look online for books by Black authors like Ruth Forman, Derrick Barnes, Sharee Miller, Matthew A. Cherry, Grace Byers, Kelly Lyons, Roda Ahmed, Tami Charles, Angela Shanté, Kelly Rowland, Jacqueline Woodson, and more! Check out Asheville natives and local Black children's book authors too!
Also see: 11 Children's Books About Love Featuring Black Characters 3. Support local Black-owned bookstores. Are you in Asheville? Buy culturally-responsive children's books from boutique and gallery Noir Collective AVL at 39 South Market Street, Suite C. And discover more than 100 Black-owned bookstores nationwide in this comprehensive list broken down by state on Oprah Daily. 4. Learn about local Black history. Visit the historic YMI Cultural Center, go on a tour of Black Asheville with Hood Huggers International, or follow the self-guided Historic James Vester Miller Trail through town. Check out a list of local racial equity training and education programs here. |
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