Books That Look Like Us

by For Black Girls Inc.
Books That Look Like Us
Books That Look Like Us
Books That Look Like Us
Books That Look Like Us
Books That Look Like Us
Books That Look Like Us
Books That Look Like Us
Books That Look Like Us

Summary

This program directly tackles the literacy gap by offering free, accessible, and personally tailored reading experiences for Black families. Readers can share their interests and reading goals through a simple intake form, enabling the program to match them with books that reflect their identity and spark genuine engagement. This thoughtful approach goes far beyond simply placing books in people's hands-its core innovation lies in how it curates culturally relevant titles.

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Challenge

Black families often lack reading materials that reflect their experiences, leading to disengagement and low literacy among Black youth. Underfunded schools, socioeconomic barriers, and censorship worsen the issue. "Books That Look Like Us" addresses this by offering interest-based, culturally affirming texts, ensuring Black kids see themselves in stories and develop lifelong reading habits.

Solution

By providing free, curated book sets that reflect Black children's cultural identities and personal interests, "Books That Look Like Us" combats the lack of relatable reading materials. The program's tailored approach sparks engagement, boosts literacy, and empowers families with resources that encourage a lifelong love of reading rooted in representation and belonging.

Long-Term Impact

By offering direct access to culturally affirming texts, "Books That Look Like Us" bypasses censorship and fosters lifelong readers. Over time, it nurtures resilient communities that champion diverse stories and resist erasure. As bans rise, this program builds new advocates for free expression, ensuring a more inclusive and equitable literary landscape.

Additional Documentation

This project has provided additional documentation in a PDF file (projdoc.pdf).

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Organization Information

For Black Girls Inc.

Location: Quincy, MA - USA
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Facebook: Facebook Page
Twitter: @for_black_girls
Project Leader:
Rochelle Levy-Christopher
Quincy , MA United States
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