KRLemmons African American Literature, African American Young Adult Literature, Children's literature

2014 African American Read-In

The National Council of Teachers of English is celebrating its 25th Annual African American Read-In.  Information about this event can be found by clicking here.

Churches, community organizations, schools, libraries and bookstores can participate in this event.  The event can be simple or elaborate, with the focus on literacy, using any works written by African Americans.  The event must be held during the month of February.  After the event, a brief report must be submitted to NCTE.

 

KRLemmons African American Literature, Children's literature

African American Literary Events

Two literary events are launched this month.

2013 African American Read-In, sponsored by The National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) For more information, click on this link: http://www.ncte.org/action/aari/packetinfo

The Brown Bookshelf, founded by African American authors and illustrators, launches 28 Days Later, which celebrates African American authors and illustrators of children’s literature.  For today’s featured person, click on this link: http://thebrownbookshelf.com