Introduction You’ve probably read a few books in your lifetime. But have you ever read a book that changed your life? That’s what Mildred D. Taylor’s books have done for millions of people worldwide. Mildred D. Taylor is an author who tells stories from a unique perspective: the African-American experience. Her books offer readers a […]
Eloise Greenfield was an American children’s book and biography author and poet famous for her descriptive, rhythmic style and positive portrayal of the African-American experience. She had a profound impact on the field of children’s literature throughout her life with her books, poems, and other literary pieces. Surprisingly, she also served as a civil servant […]
Julius Bernard Lester was a versatile character. Besides being a renowned American author who wrote children’s and adults’ books, he worked as an academic professional (teacher) at the University of Massachusetts Amherst for more than three decades. Moreover, Lester was also a civil rights activist, a photographer, and a musician. He recorded two albums of […]
Born in Tuskegee, Alabama, Angela Johnson is an award-winning American children’s picture books and adult novels author with over 40 books to her credit. Her simple yet poetic content for children talks about African-American history, friendships, and childhood experiences, such as immigrating early. On the other hand, her books for older children (teens and adults) […]
Renee Watson is an award-winning African-American author, poet, educator, and community activist from Portland, Oregon. She is best known for her young adult novels, which explore race, identity, and family issues. Watson grew up in a creative household where she was encouraged to express herself through art and writing https://youtu.be/EO8HPaSs5oM Early Life Watson was born […]
“Libraries store the energy that fuels the imagination. They open up windows to the world and inspire us to explore and achieve an contribute to improving our quality of life.” Rosa L. Parks Library and Museum Montgomery, AL Rosa L. Parks Library and Museum is located in Montgomery, Al and is owned by Troy University. […]
Toni Morrison (Feb.18,1931- Aug 5, 2019) was widely regarded as a premiere American writer of the modern era. In 1931, Morrison was born to a welder father and domestic worker mother. Both instilled in her the importance of education and the arts. She and her family lived in a mixed neighborhood, and not until high […]
Read! Read! Why is reading an important attribute for children? Having fluent reading skills is essential to living a productive and capable life. In Western society, those who cannot read or can barely read are disadvantaged severely. Children need to develop reading skills as early as possible to better ensure their success in school and […]
As suggested by the name, picture books contains many pictures or illustrations typically for children. They have elementary language that helps children develop reading skills. While children are the target readers for most of these books, some picture books are also aimed at adults. Significance Picture books are not just for children to play with; […]
You might constantly wonder why reading to children is essential. Well, a mother is said to be a child’s first teacher. In essence, it means that a child starts learning from its parents from the start. Whether you are working, reading, eating, or even simply talking, when children are around, they learn things from you. […]
