Love You, Black: Jason Reynolds
Highlighting a contemporary Black creator every month (or more!)
You know him. He’s a writer, advocate, and has exceptionally cool vibes. I won’t pretend to be writing a bio here but I’m including a number of links where you can learn more about Jason Reynolds and what makes him special.
My kids love Jason Reynolds’ Stuntboy & I bet yours will, too.
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Jason Reynolds has a brief & beautiful Podcast about his life with his mother.
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Jason Reynolds reads an excerpt from Ghost:
Jason Reynolds Talks About How His Mother Raised Him To Raise His Voice:
As an art project, I’d encourage you to grab a copy of Stuntboy (from your local library or bookseller) and see how you (and your kid) become inspired. Even drawing Portico, rare Black graphic novel main character, and making a comic for him would be great fun!
Even More About Jason Reynolds:
National Ambassador for Young People's Literature
Enjoy!
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