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Celebrating Our Community: Highlights from the Barber Appreciation Dinner
Earlier this month, Barbershop Books gathered with barber partners from the Philadelphia area for a Barber Appreciation Dinner. Over plates of good food and plenty of smiles, we celebrated the barbers who transform their shops into fun reading spaces for Black boys in their communities. Their commitment helps thousands of boys build confidence, discover new … Continued
Black Philanthropy Month: Celebrating a Legacy of Generosity
August is Black Philanthropy Month, a time to uplift and celebrate the long-standing tradition of Black giving. Whether through church donations, community organizing, or supporting youth programs, Black communities have always invested deeply in building brighter futures — often giving more generously relative to income than other groups. The numbers tell a powerful story: This … Continued
Little Learners, Big Lessons: The Week I Taught First Graders About the Civil War
A Controversial Choice for Storytime Would you read a picture book about the American Civil War to a six- or seven-year-old child? Anyone who knows even a little about the horrors of war can imagine numerous reasons why this topic is generally considered inappropriate for children. But what if a well-crafted story about war, as … Continued
