Looking for ideas for what to read in this Reading Challenge category? Check out our Rita Cox Black and Caribbean Heritage Collection! Named after librarian, storyteller and community activist Dr. Rita Cox, it has a special focus on Canadian authors. There are over 19,000 books, movies and other materials for all ages.
Here are some titles to get you started:
The Antiracist Kitchen edited by Nadia L. Hohn and illustrated by Roza Nozari
What if talking about racism was as easy as cooking rice or frying plantains? Learn how food is connected to fighting racism.
Granny's Kitchen by Sadé Smith and Ken Daley
Shelly-Ann's grandmother teaches her how to cook. Includes recipes you can make with your family!
I Am Big by by Itah Sadu and Marley Berot
A kid bravely faces bullying and racism, finding confidence and happiness in playing hockey.
The Jumbies by Tracey Baptiste
Corinne isn't afraid of the forbidden forest. Jumbies are just stories that adults make up to scare kids... aren't they?
The Year I Flew Away by Marie Arnold
Gabrielle is having trouble adjusting after moving to New York City. Then a mysterious door appears in her apartment building’s lobby at midnight, and a witch offers to help her fit in...
More booklists featuring Black authors:
Black History Month 2024 Black Lives Matter Coretta Scott King Book Awards 2024