Category: Boys
Fun Reads & Football: Inspiring Change With The National Football League
Wednesday February 7, 2024, Barbershop Books partnered with the National Football League (NFL) and the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District (LVCCLD) to launch the Barbershop Books program in Las Vegas. Microsoft supported the event by providing various technology needs for the launch. Commissioner Roger Goodell and over 20 NFL Legends were among the notable attendees … Continued
Ad Astra Media and Barbershop Books are Leading the Charge in Diverse Storytelling
Do you remember the book that inspired you to pursue your dreams, perhaps a story that ignited your imagination or a character who resonated with your own experiences? Books are powerful tools that have the ability to shape our perspectives, and as such, it’s crucial to ensure they reflect the diversity of our world. However, … Continued
Barbershop Books Has a New COO!
Barbershop Books has a new Chief Operating Officer! Please join us in welcoming Doris Allen to the Barbershop Books team. Read her bio below to learn more. Doris Allen is a veteran publishing professional specializing in children’s book sales. For more than 15 years, she has brought attention to Black authors and supported Black-owned bookstores … Continued
A Letter from our Founder on Juneteenth
Dear Friends, Juneteenth is an annual reminder of the inhumanity of American slavery and of the collective efforts of abolitionists who fought to end it. Enslaved Africans in Galveston Bay, Texas learned of their freedom on June 19, 1865 more than two years after the emancipation proclamation. Although the institution of American slavery ended, the … Continued
It’s Audiobook Appreciation Month!
June is Audiobook Appreciation Month! Audiobooks are a fun alternative to traditional reading. A study from the Gallant Lab at UC Berkeley found that hearing a story activates the same portion of your brain as reading. So listening to audiobooks isn’t “cheating” but a wonderful way to keep your child engaged. Want to know … Continued
Fostering Community Through Stories
On June 23rd, The Equity Project School hosted a vibrant Spring into Literacy Day event, dedicated to promoting a love for reading and empowering young minds. Families and students gathered for an enriching day filled with literary activities and discussions. Program Manager Yami Guzman and Program Coordinator Melody Castillo engaged with families about the Barbershop … Continued
Promoting Healthy Emotions and Coping Skills Through Children’s Literature
Written by Dr. Melissa Munro Boyd, Clinical Psychologist and Children’s Book Author As a psychologist, I am always looking for ways to teach my three young children about their emotions and ways to be aware of their thoughts and feelings. Understanding emotions is key to strengthening a child’s ability to cope and regulate stressors in … Continued
Big news from Echoing Green 🌎
We are delighted to announce our founder and Chief Reading Inspirer, Alvin Irby, has been selected as an Echoing Green Fellowship Finalist and is included in their Social Impact Talent Report! Alvin is tremendously honored to join this group of exceptional global leaders dedicated to creating a brighter, more equitable future. 🌍✨ Read the report … Continued
SXSW EDU 2023
Early March 2023 Barbershop Books Founder and Chief Reading Inspirer, Alvin Irby, attended SXSW EDU in Austin, Texas. Alvin participated in a panel titled Building Literacy Access for Black Boys where he discussed the factors that influence reading development and the importance of access to culturally-relevant content to improve reading interest and enhance the reading … Continued
