Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
Darrin Bell’s The Talk is a powerful and emotional memoir exploring race, identity, and parenthood. Through striking artwork and honest storytelling, Bell shares his journey from childhood to fatherhood, confronting systemic racism and the generational weight of “the talk.”
She loved numbers, defied injustice, and helped launch a man to the moon. A Computer Called Katherine is an inspiring, beautifully illustrated story of brilliance, courage, and breaking barriers.
Tani Adewumi didn’t know what Boko Haram was or why they had threatened his family. All he knew was that when his parents told the family was going to America, Tani thought it was the start of a great adventure rather than an escape.
Gregg Olsen’s If You Tell is a true crime story of horrific abuse and survival. While not for the faint of heart, this powerful account of the Knotek sisters’ unbreakable bond offers validation to students facing violence and provides crucial awareness for educators seeking to understand their students’ struggles. A true story of perseverance and love.