Jael Richardson

Feb 6, 2024 | bookcentre.ca | Jael Richardson |Nadia Hohn |Shauntay Grant

For Black History Month (and all year long) we've created a book list to highlight the voices of Black creators. Our curated selection features Canadian books for all ages. Perfect for school, library and home use. Conceived of as a letter to her younger self, this picture book captures Jael Richardson’s insightful lessons about growing up, being joyful and loving yourself as a young Black girl.

Feb 1, 2024 | chfi.com | Jael Richardson

Talking to your children about racism can be tough, but it’s important to keep the lines of communication open and educational from early stages. Raising race conscious children will help start conversations about racism when they are a bit older. We’ve got you covered with a few children books that can help start honest conversations about race and racism. More, More, More Said the BabyWritten and illustrated by Vera B.

Feb 23, 2023 | cbc.ca | Jael Richardson |Nneka Myers |Shauntay Grant |CBC Books

BooksCheck out these children's and young adult books by Black Canadian authors. Check out these children's and young adult books by Black Canadian authors. Until We Break by Matthew DawkinsUntil We Break is a YA novel about Naomi, a young woman who is the only Black student at a prestigious ballet academy. With dreams of earning a place with the New York City Ballet, Naomi works to overcome feelings of isolation and doubt as she trains to win a national dance competition.