Kimberly Parker

The Crossover author on growing up with poetry, winning the Newbery, and the five Black contemporary poets every young person should read. 

Christopher Paul Curtis reflects on his post-Newbery life, censorship attempts, and why his books, centering of African American history, are necessary, especially today.

The annual event celebrates, elevates, and affirms the excellence of educators of color, while forcing readers to think and act for a more equitable, informed school and community.