As a new mom, one of the things that I am looking forward to most is story time with Baby Acheampong! I’m excited to kickstart his life with a collection of books that includes classics, as well as some new books that feature diverse characters and stories. As a black boy, I want him to see himself in the materials that he enjoys because representation is so important, even at an early age.
Top Shelf
You’ll notice on the top shelf that I have a collection of books for me as the mama that came highly recommended by other moms. From what I hear, I will have plenty of time in the nursery nursing baby boy or rocking him to sleep, so some reading materials focused on the mom was essential.
Top Row of Books
This Is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from Around the World
Little Legends: Exceptional Men in Black History
Andy Warhol What Colors Do You See
Bottom Row of Books
Crown : An Ode to the Fresh Cut
I Am…Positive Affirmations for Brown Boys
Blake: All the Things You Can Be
Spark Create Imagine Numbers and Colors Soft Books
Hi Majesty. Congratulations on becoming a mom. Check out the "bookshelf" tab at authoredbyus.com for books by authors of color as your son grows. All the best to you.