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  • Book with Kristi Cruise

    Kristi Cruise

    Author
    Author of 9 bilingual books. Ages range from 2 years to 12 years old.
  • Book with Crystel Patterson

    Crystel Patterson

    Author
    Meet Crystel, an award-winning Author, Technology Consultant, and proud mother. Her "Inspired to Be..." book series amplifies positive narratives of Black people, inspiring children with real-life stories of achievement. While Crystel has a degree in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from UC Berkeley, her perspective and approach to writing uplifting children's literature are rooted in her role as a mother and her passion for empowering the next generation.

    Crystel's inspiring journey and work have garnered widespread media recognition and multiple literary awards. Through her captivating stories and community engagement, Crystel encourages children to follow their dreams and make a positive impact.

    Discover the "Inspired to be…" series at www.crystelpatterson.com and join Crystel on her mission to inspire and uplift young minds.

    Crystel is available for Books With Color virtual author visits only.

    When you book with Crystel, she will read her picture book "I Am Different" to your class.

    About "I Am Different"
    Link to cover image: https://crystelpatterson.com/cdn/shop/files/11.png?v=1690849675&width=990
    Ekon, Nia, and Malachi are constantly being reminded of their differences. They constantly get mixed reactions from people. Some people tease them about their differences, but their family and friends love their qualities, especially the ones that make them different. They wonder who they should believe and come to an inspiring resolution.

    This book is ideal for grades 1-3.
  • Book with Lucretia Berry

    Lucretia Berry

    Author
    Lucretia Carter Berry, PhD is an author, educator, and the visionary founder of Brownicity (https://brownicity.com/), an agency committed to making important, scholarly-informed, antiracism education accessible. With the tagline, Many Hues, One Humanity, Brownicity’s mission is to foster education designed to inspire a culture of justice and true belonging for all.

    Lucretia earned her PhD in Curriculum and Instruction and MA in English from Iowa State University, and her BA from South Carolina State University. A former college professor, Lucretia’s research, experience, and accomplishments lie at the intersections of curriculum and instruction, antiracism education, and instructional technology.

    As a wife in an interracial marriage and mom of three multiethnic children, Lucretia brings her personal and professional experience to the public sector where she is passionate about serving children and their adult decision-makers.

    Her books, courses, and TED Talk quell fears and inspire hope. Her learning-centered approach is inspirational, appreciated, and celebrated.

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    Dr. Berry offers the 'Hues of You PLAY-SHOP,' a transformative experience designed to nurture racial literacy and cultural competence in children. This dynamic workshop provides educators, parents, and advocates with practical tools and strategies to facilitate open, developmentally-appropriate conversations about race, culture, and ethnicity.

    The engaging PLAY-SHOP incorporates the innovative HUES OF YOU activity book (https://brownicity.com/hues-of-you/), allowing children to explore, understand, and celebrate our multi–hued world in a fun and educational environment. Invite her into your classroom to help shape positive attitudes, reduce biases, and foster a sense of belonging in every child. Together, let's create classrooms that embrace belonging and cultural competence, laying the foundation for a brighter, more harmonious future.

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    BOOKS
    Hues of You - An Activity Book for Learning About the Skin You Are In (2022) https://brownicity.com/hues-of-you/
    Teaching for Justice and Belonging - A Journey for Educators and Parents (2022) https://amzn.to/47HfHms
    What LIES Between Us - Fostering First Steps Toward Racial Healing (2016) https://amzn.to/3t2pWm6
    COURSES https://join.brownicity.com/collections
    TED TALK https://www.ted.com/talks/lucretia_berry_children_will_light_up_the_world_if_we_don_t_keep_them_in_the_dark




  • Book with Tulia Finucci

    Tulia Finucci

    Author
    Dear Educators,
    Tulia Finucci is a distinguished school social worker whose passion for uplifting the lives of immigrant children and promoting inclusivity has made her a beacon of hope in her community. With over two decades of experience and a deep commitment to supporting Multi-Language Learners, Tulia has inspired countless educators through her training and mentorship.
    Born to bilingual parents in Venezuela, Tulia's journey to her current role is a testament to her resilience and determination. As an author, she has transformed her experiences into the beautiful narrative of "Neon The Chameleon is Learning English at School." This book not only celebrates the indomitable spirit of immigrant children and families but also aims to increase representation in classrooms.
    Geared towards children aged five to seven, "Neon The Chameleon" offers profound insight into the world of young learners navigating multiple languages. It's a wonderful resource for promoting empathy, understanding, and cultural diversity in your classroom.

    To learn more about Tulia's book, please visit www.neonthechameleon.com.
    Would you be interested in scheduling a book reading session with Tulia? Feel free to contact her at tafinucci@neonthechameleon.com. Right now, she only offers Virtual Readings!
    It's a fantastic opportunity to engage your students in a meaningful discussion about language, diversity, and the power of storytelling.
    We look forward to sharing this enriching experience with your students!

  • Book with Anna Gilchrist

    Anna Gilchrist

    Author, Advocate for Children's Rights
    Anna Gilchrist is an American author born and raised outside the nation's capital in Alexandria, Virginia. She is available for storytime events and to speak about her advocacy work at schools, libraries, bookstores, book festivals, and other literary events.

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    Her joy of writing began at the tender age of 10 when she wrote her first chapter book as part of an elementary school project. Decades later, she learned about global advocacy for children's rights, and the human rights treaty known as the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) while completing her graduate studies at Swansea University in Wales.



    From there, she decided to raise awareness about children's rights by writing and illustrating her first children's book, The Extraordinary Day of Daffodil Grey, about a Black American girl named Daffodil who helps a friend confront a bully on the playground. The book, published in 2017, received rave reviews and helped launch the Daffi and Friends book series.



    Anna currently lives in New Jersey, where she runs her independent publishing company, Sandfish Publishing, does voice acting and enjoys singing asnbspa member of the soul-stirring Resistance Revival Chorus.
  • Book with Analiza Quiroz Wolf

    Analiza Quiroz Wolf

    Author
    Analiza Quiroz Wolf believes that books should mirror our diverse identities and act as windows into our distinct cultures.

    Analiza’s books, Asian Americans Who Inspire Us (Gold House Book List 2021), Native Americans Who Inspire Us, and Latin Americans Who Inspire Us are designed to highlight role models from cultures that are often underrepresented.

    Analiza’s parents immigrated from the Philippines to the United States, and she was born in California. Her family instilled values of love, education, hard work, and service. Analiza served in the U.S. Air Force for five years and then led schools and educational programs for low-income students in New York City. She is a Fulbright Scholar and graduate of Stanford University and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management. Analiza has two children, with whom she spends time skiing, hiking, and, of course, reading.

    www.analizawolf.com

    https://www.amazon.com/Asian-Americans-Inspire-Analiza-Quiroz-Wolf/dp/1073718182

    https://www.amazon.com/Latin-Americans-Who-Inspire-Us/dp/B0CLRT2QJV

    https://www.amazon.com/Native-Americans-Who-Inspire-Us/dp/B0B1BXXM44
  • Book with Harrison Martin, iMBA

    Harrison Martin, iMBA

    Author
    Harrison Martin is the founder and co-owner of Flipfrog Books, an independent book publisher based in Winston-Salem. NC. His first book, The Bacon Tree was originally written as a fun activity with his brother-in-law before being published in 2020. Before starting his own business he worked in many fields including sales, customer service, and business management. Harrison attended Gardner-Webb University on a full football scholarship where he obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies: Video & Film and International Master of Business Administration. In addition to being an author, Harrison is also a movie critic with membership in the North Carolina Film Critics Association (NCFCA), Southeastern Film Critics Association (SEFCA), Online Film Critics Society (OFCS), African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA), and Black Film Critics Circle (BFCC).

    When you book with Harrison he will read The Bacon Tree to your class.

    Information on The Bacon Tree can be found here - https://flipfrogllc.com/product/the-bacon-tree/

    Discover more of Harrison's books here - https://bit.ly/BuyFlipfrog
  • Book with Erika Ferrari Lopez

    Erika Ferrari Lopez

    Author
    My name is Erika Ferrari Lopez and my middle grade book, The Adventures of Amazing Grace, launched in 2023. Targeted to 2nd through 5th grade readers, the story follows third grader, Grace, and new student, Mia, as they discover the thrill of flying, face their fears to help their friend Adrian, and learn about the ties that bind families together.

    The Adventures of Amazing Grace includes multi-generational family dynamics, Spanish customs and vocabulary with an accompanying glossary, and a dash of magical realism.
    The inspiration for The Adventures of Amazing Grace came from a dream. A few years after my mother passed away from pancreatic cancer, I dreamt that I showed my mom that I could hover over a puddle. My mom responded, “That’s wonderful! Watch this!” and flew up to the ceiling of a great auditorium. Then she taught me how to fly higher and further than I ever thought possible in that dream.
    The next evening, my eight-year-old daughter, Sophia, asked me to tell her a bedtime story. I began, “There once was a girl named…”, “Grace!” my daughter interrupted. “And Grace realized she could fly…” I continued.
    Our bedtime story ended up lasting weeks, and at some point, Sophia begged me to write it all down. I would race to the computer every night after my daughter fell asleep to capture the story in writing. The next year was spent writing and editing, sharing and receiving feedback from beta readers, and finally bringing this story to life in The Adventures of Amazing Grace.

    In reading other books with my daughter, I noticed the lack of positive, exciting stories for this age group that feature strong female protagonists and healthy friendships. I also realized how underrepresented children that had grown up in bilingual households are in children’s literature.

    The Adventures of Amazing Grace is published in a dyslexic-friendly format and font for accessibility.

    This book is the first in a planned series in which children follow along as Grace, Mia and Adrian discover family secrets and their own special gifts. The second book is currently in production.

    I would love to visit your classroom and share Amazing Grace with your students. See more about the journey and other school visits I've done on Instagram and my website!
  • Book with vidya murlidhar

    vidya murlidhar

    Author
    Vidya is an essayist and the author of two picture books Rinni and Bo and The Adventures of Grandpa and Ray. Her essays have been widely published in magazines and websites like Mothers Always Write, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Grown and Flown etc. Vidya teaches creative writing and believes writing is a great tool for children to find their voice and gain perspective about the world around them
    Vidya is also a parenting coach and conducts workshops on conscious parenting. She grew up in Mumbai, India and now resides in North Carolina. When she’s not writing or coaching, she enjoys yoga, meditation, dancing and creating memories with her family and close friends. Find out more on vidyawrites.com
    When you book Vidya, she will be reading from her book Rinni and Bo.
    About Rinni and Bo,
    Rinni and Bo is the story of Rinni, a beautiful princess who is unhappy with her looks. She meets Bo, an ordinary girl with an extraordinary disposition. Bo leads by example, offering a powerful narrative to Rinni helping her discover self love.
    Here is the link to the book cover -
    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXRQ3MLP
    The book is for ages 4-8

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