Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Edited by National Book Award finalist Ibi Zoboi, and featuring some of the most acclaimed bestselling Black authors writing for teens today--Black Enough is an essential collection of captivating stories about what it's like to be young and Black in America. A selection of the Schomburg Center's Black Liberation Reading List.
Black is...sisters navigating their relationship at summer camp in Portland, Oregon, as written by Renée Watson.
Black is...three friends walking back from the community pool talking about nothing and everything, in a story by Jason Reynolds.
Black is...Nic Stone's high-class beauty dating a boy her momma would never approve of.
Black is...two girls kissing in Justina Ireland's story set in Maryland.
Black is urban and rural, wealthy and poor, mixed race, immigrants, and more--because there are countless ways to be Black enough.
Contributors:
Justina Ireland
Varian Johnson
Rita Williams-Garcia
Dhonielle Clayton
Kekla Magoon
Leah Henderson
Tochi Onyebuchi
Jason Reynolds
Nic Stone
Liara Tamani
Renée Watson
Tracey Baptiste
Coe Booth
Brandy Colbert
Jay Coles
Ibi Zoboi
Lamar Giles
Frequently asked questions
Is Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America appropriate for a 7-year-old?
No explicit violence detected in search results, though the stories may touch on serious themes. No scary content detected in search results.
Does Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America have violence?
No explicit violence detected in search results, though the stories may touch on serious themes.
Does Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America have scary content?
No scary content detected in search results.
Does Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America have religious themes?
No religious themes detected in search results.
Does Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America have racial/cultural content?
The stories explore various aspects of Black identity, including racial awakening and experiences with racial profiling. They depict a wide range of Black experiences, emphasizing the diversity within the Black community.
Does Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America have profanity?
No profanity detected in search results.
Does Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America have climate change?
No climate themes detected in search results.
Does Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America have sexual identity?
Many stories include mentions of dating or romantic crushes, including same-sex relationships. One story discusses sexual harassment and body sensitivity, indicating a focus on important social issues.
Does Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America have gender roles?
The book includes discussions on gender roles, with references to feminism and the importance of equal rights for women. It reflects modern feminist themes through the characters' experiences and dialogues.
Does Black Enough Stories of Being Young & Black in America have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features positive representations of gay and lesbian characters, with stories that include themes of same-sex attraction and relationships. It highlights diverse experiences of Black youth, including those who identify as LGBTQ+.
