Week of Events
#28DaysofBlackGirlBooks
During the entire month of February Dear Beautiful Brown Girl will be featuring #28DaysofBlackGirlBooks. We are featuring Black Books with a Female Protagonist. All 28 books are written by Black Women.
Melanin Mass Moms Black Reading Week Book Giveaway
Melanin Mass Moms supports Black Reading Week! Melanin Mass Moms is giving away 20 diverse age appropriate books for free on a first come first serve basis to support parents participating in Black Reading Week! Simply fill out the form and receive a book for your child in time for Black Reading Week. Follow us […]
BCBW DMV YouTube Channel Launch
DC, Maryland & Virginia... Get Ready! The Black Children's Book Week DMV YouTube Channel will launch Sunday, February 27th at Noon with DMV-based black children's author readings, introductions including author bios and more. This digital library will serve as the base of the DMV Black Children's Author Database (coming soon!). New releases set to drop […]
Pearl and her Gee’s Bend Quilt Read Aloud
Have you heard about the Gee's Bend quilts? No? These American treasures have traveled the US and abroad in museums plus galleries alike. They are also the inspiration behind the geometric shapes found in the official White House painting of former First Lady Michelle Obama. Join educator, author and Gee's Bend Legacy Tangular A. […]
Black History Month Book Drive
In support of the inaugural Black Children’s Book Week (BCBW) February 27, 2022 – March 5, 2022 the Kappa Sigma NYC Alumnae chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. will be hosting a book drive for children ages 1-17 years old. The goal of BCBW is to purchase and donate culturally representative books that celebrate […]
Lane ESD- Lane AABSS Book Drive
The staff of Lane ESD and our school districts, community organizations and community members will be purchasing newly purchased books written by African American and Black others that will be donated to schools and business entities in Lane County Oregon.
cMoe Black Children’s Book Week
The Koch Family Children's Museum of Evansville (cMoe) will join the celebration by supporting black child authors. Each author will read their published book and you each can be viewed via the Museum's social media platforms. Participating Authors: 2/27-Delisha Payne 2/28-Bree Francis 3/1-Catherine Ewing-Booker 3/2-Shayona Funches 3/3-Brandon Darrett 3/4-Tradara McLaurine We will have a special […]
The Radikal Readers 1000 Book Challenge
Are you up for the challenge? The Radical Readers Clubhouse is ecstatic about hosting our 1000 book drive challenge. The goal we have set is to collect 1000 books by January 1, 2023. The books will then be distributed to low-income and literacy-deprived communities. To sustain this plan of action, we commit to cultivating meaningful […]
The Ready Writer Podcast Celebrates BCBW
During Black Children's Book Week, Casey Bell, host of the podcast, The Ready Writer will interview authors of black children's books. February 27 2022 6pm EST Nakia Montgomery https://youtu.be/n1LeGk7JqpY February 27 2022 7:15pm EST P.J. Bass https://youtu.be/YpKaU1NSvww February 28 2022 6pm EST Tunu A Thom https://youtu.be/sMWgIoF6T4c February 28 2022 7pm EST Chante Douglas March […]
The Radikal Readers Clubhouse (MEET THE AUTHORS)
Throughout the week of February 27th-March 6th, Black Children's Book Week celebrates incredible black children’s book authors who are planting seeds of love, diversity, inclusion, and literacy in the lives of our super awesome and radical kids. Five of the most talented children's book authors will be joining me on Facebook live in The RadiKal […]
Black Children Book Read Aloud
During the week of 2/27-3/5 (Black Children’s Book Week), my young children & I will be reading a children’s book out loud on TwitterSpace (audio social media) & Instagram. Daily at 8pmET. Follow @innodim on Twitter & IG to get notifications.
Monday, February 21, 2022
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Tuesday, February 22, 2022
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Wednesday, February 23, 2022
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Thursday, February 24, 2022
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Friday, February 25, 2022
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Saturday, February 26, 2022
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February 26, 2022 -Black Children’s Book Week Museum of Black Representation Grand Opening!
Black Children’s Book Week Museum of Black Representation Grand Opening!
Celebrate the launch of Black Children's Book Week, and the power of Black representation in children's books! Join us to celebrate the launch of Black Children's Book Week, and the power of Black representation! At our museum opening you will hear from the authors and organizers who are hosting events during Black Children's Book Week. You will […]
Sunday, February 27, 2022
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February 27, 2022 -Meet Social Media Influencer Curly Keish for Virtual Story Time
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February 27, 2022 -Author Meet & Greet @ The Black Joy Parade
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February 27, 2022 -Black History/Black Children’s Book Week Kick Off Event w/ Harriet Tubman
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February 27, 2022 -A Live Show for Our Beautiful Brown Babies!
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February 27, 2022 -Grandma’s Couch Presents: Drag Queen Story Hour with Stormie Daie!
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February 27, 2022 -Young, Gifted, and Black
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February 27, 2022 -Why Our Feelings Matter: Helping Children Talk about Their Emotions
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February 27, 2022 -A TALE OF TWO LIZZIES
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February 27, 2022 -Black Family Wellness: Joy & Storytelling As Tools For Parental Connection
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February 27, 2022 -Get LIT-erature!
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February 27, 2022 -Virtual Reading Event
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February 27, 2022 -The Sisterhood Bond: Virtual Reading
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February 27, 2022 -Beyond Representation: Dismantling White Supremacy in Mainstream Children’s Media
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February 27, 2022 -Smartie Kid Squad: Virtual Reading
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February 27, 2022 -Story Time with Splash and Friends
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February 27, 2022 -7 Days of Empowering Stories for Black Children!
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February 27, 2022 -Black Children’s Book Week Storytelling with LÄCA Bridges
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February 27, 2022 -BeYOU TV Presents: Black Children’s Book Week
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February 27, 2022 -Bedtime Story with Crystal Jordan
Meet Social Media Influencer Curly Keish for Virtual Story Time
Join Curly Keish's Online Storytime! Author Keisha Cuffie also known as CurlyKeish to her many supporters on TikTok and Instagram where she passionately shares Black History. As an author, activist and educator she is proud to host a virtual Story Time for her new book 'D Is For Dazzling', a book of inclusivity, positive affirmations […]
Author Meet & Greet @ The Black Joy Parade
Join us at Oakland's 5th annual Black Joy Parade for a "meet & greet" and book signing with author Claudia Walker. Claudia is the founder of HBCU Prep School and the author of the book series, The ABCs of HBCUs and The ABCs of Black Wall Street. We'll be celebrating Black joy through Black books all day long.
Black History/Black Children’s Book Week Kick Off Event w/ Harriet Tubman
Gather with Black Lives Matter Springfield as we listen to Harriet Tubman, portrayed by Kathryn Harris, read some of her favorite books. For children of all ages! Please register your in person attendance at the link below. Please be sure to include yourself and any additional guests in your party registration number so that we […]
A Live Show for Our Beautiful Brown Babies!
To celebrate Black Children's Book Week, Kidogo Productions (kidogo.tv) will premiere its first live virtual event! Kidogo is excited to throw some love on our beautiful brown babies by showcasing the talents of musicians, educators, and instructions. Join us for sing alongs, dancing, and affirmations as we center and celebrate Black cultures! Kidogo.tv is a […]
Grandma’s Couch Presents: Drag Queen Story Hour with Stormie Daie!
About this event Grandma’s Couch Presents Drag Queen Story Hour with the iconic Stormie Daie! In collaboration with the LGBT Center of Raleigh, VAE Raleigh will be hosting this free virtual reading event for children of all ages. Revisit African-American children’s stories that may be new to some and an old friend to others. This […]
Young, Gifted, and Black
This presentation will discuss what giftedness is, how to identify if your child may be gifted, ways to support your child if they are, and external resources and programs to help cultivate that brainpower! Even if your child is not labeled "gifted" at school, this information can still be powerful as we aim to give […]
Why Our Feelings Matter: Helping Children Talk about Their Emotions
Why Our Feelings Matter: Helping Children Talk about Their Emotions A conversation with Dr. Charmain Jackman, child psychologist, parent, and founder of InnoPsych, Inc. and Chelsea Elliott, Social Worker, parent, and author of Natalie's Not-So-Fun Play Date, will share their personal and professional narratives about why helping Black children talk about their feelings is […]
A TALE OF TWO LIZZIES
A Tale of Two Lizzies” is a virtual read aloud event. Join Dr. Liz and KP Carter, The Literacy Whisperer for a lively afternoon of reading, music, and fun! Dr. Liz will share her Little Lizzy series for readers ages 3-7. She helps children develop reading and life goals and practice daily affirmations. Dr. Liz […]
Black Family Wellness: Joy & Storytelling As Tools For Parental Connection
A panel of children's book authors and licensed mental health professionals have come together to provide a wonderful workshop! During our panel discussion we will celebrate the many aspects of Black family joy while sharing tools that can be used to promote parental connection via storytelling. Dr. Melissa Boyd will talk about teaching our children […]
Get LIT-erature!
Come and help us celebrate Black Children's Book Week! We will be reading aloud "Daisy Lou & The J Crew" as well as "The ABCs of Black History." Our vision is to engage children in the form of characters and history makers who look like them, introduce friends and family of all race and ethnic […]
The Sisterhood Bond: Virtual Reading
Come read “The Sisterhood Bond” with us on Instagram Live.
Beyond Representation: Dismantling White Supremacy in Mainstream Children’s Media
A virtual couch conversation with leading Black kids media experts and a child psychologist.
Smartie Kid Squad: Virtual Reading
Read aloud of “ Counting Sheep Won’t Help Us Sleep” by the authors and founders of Smartie Kid Squad.
Story Time with Splash and Friends
Coach Andre and Kimberly, with the help of a few friends, have decided to join in on the fun with a Virtual Kick off to Black Children's Book Week! Black authors and storytellers will have exactly 15 min to share their own book or favorite story with families online. During the event we will share […]
7 Days of Empowering Stories for Black Children!
Join us for an extraordinary series of Seed of Melanin storytime videos as we celebrate Black Children's Book Week with seven empowering stories! Starting Sunday, 2/27/22, we will be premiering a new storytime video at 3 pm on our Seed of Melanin Kids YouTube channel each day. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @seedofmelanin […]
Black Children’s Book Week Storytelling with LÄCA Bridges
Celebrate the 1ST EVER BLACK CHILDREN'S BOOK WEEK!!! Our beautiful Black children, our talented Black authors...Here's how I'm celebrating. Join me from the comfort of your home while I bring to life some wonderful children's books from Black authors of then and now! Tune in nightly to LÄCAInc (Linking Across Cultures and Ages) on Facebook […]
BeYOU TV Presents: Black Children’s Book Week
In celebration of Black Children's Book Week Dear Beautiful Brown Girl's YouTube Series, BeYOU TV, will feature Black Female Authors of Children's Books. Each day throughout BCBW we will chat with a highlighted author where they will share their journey as a writer of children's books and the impact their storytelling has had on their […]
Bedtime Story with Crystal Jordan
Celebrate Black Children’s Book Week with Crystal Jordan! Save the Dates February 27, March 2, and 3. I will be hosting a bedtime story featuring my books! My books feature positive affirmations and Autism Awareness. I Am Auesome Series With strong words of affirmation, the I Am Auesome Positive Affirmations for Autistic Children Series aims […]