Elliott Smith

There are many forms of art, and all of them have changed over time. In literature, dance, and fine arts, artists and writers have shared Black life, culture, and history. Many of them have broken barriers and inspired future generations. Celebrate...

The entertainment industry includes TV shows and movies, plays, comedy, and more. New people are always ready to show off their talent. Black entertainers such as Queen Latifah, Donald Glover, and Zendaya transform the industry and move people's...

Music changes over time, and new artists rise to fame with every generation. Black artists of the past and present have produced hit songs, won Grammy Awards, and written about difficult or challenging topics. Their creative styles have influenced...

Athletes and the sports they play are popular across generations. Black athletes throughout time have become legends in their sports. They help shape the game, create change, and continue to break barriers in sports where they've been historically...

Bo wants to be the star of his basketball team. But his friend plays better than him during practice. Follow Bo as he learns about being a team player and having fun playing the sport.Bo’s life is always buzzing. And not just because he lives upstairs...

Bo and his friends are working on a community garden at school. But what if they can't agree on what to plant? See what they decide as Bo learns about the benefits of the garden.Bo’s life is always buzzing. And not just because he lives upstairs from...

Bo's grandfather asks him to mail an important letter. But when Bo forgets to mail it, he lies to his grandfather. Follow along as Bo learns the importance of telling the truth.Bo’s life is always buzzing. And not just because he lives upstairs from...

Bo has to write a poem for school, but he thinks poetry is silly. See how he finds the right words to finish his assignment.Bo’s life is always buzzing. And not just because he lives upstairs from The Buzz, a barbershop. Young readers will love...

When Bo stands up to a bully, he finds himself in the spotlight. Read to find out how Bo handles the situation, and what it means to be a friend.Bo’s life is always buzzing. And not just because he lives upstairs from The Buzz, a barbershop. Young...

What happens when Bo's friends dare him to ring the doorbell of the spooky house in their neighborhood? Follow along as Bo learns about treating members of the community with kindness and friendship.Bo’s life is always buzzing. And not just because he...

Among similar countries, the United States has a unique problem with gun violence. Gun-related deaths and injuries happen at high rates every year. Debates over how to reduce gun violence center around defining Second Amendment rights, different ideas...

The Civil War (1861–1865) was a pivotal time in US history. During the war, the nation was divided over the institution of slavery. While the Union, made up of Northern states, fought to end slavery in the US, the Confederacy, made up of Southern...

The Revolutionary War is one of the most important events in US history, but many people's stories have gone untold. These people wrote about their beliefs, fought in battles, spied on their enemies, and more. Discover the remarkable people who lived...

Throughout history and into the modern day, people have moved from place to place to flee danger and seek out better lives. But immigrants and refugees often meet harsh realities on their journeys. Learn about immigration and refugee resettlement...

In America, the amount of money people earn for doing the same job isn't always equal. The United States only recently made it illegal to pay men more than women for the same job, and the country's history of racism has created big wealth gaps between...

Even after the institution of slavery became illegal, the legacy of slavery continued through injustices created by the Jim Crow laws. Learn more about these discriminatory laws that have shaped America's past and present.Read Woke™ Books are created...

With the freeing of four million enslaved people after the Civil War, the Reconstruction period brought new victories and challenges in the fight for Black rights. Learn more about this crucial period in US history.Read Woke™ Books are created in...

The Civil War began after eleven southern states seceded in order to keep slavery. Discover how enslaved people experienced the war, from serving on the front lines to glimpsing and winning freedom.Read Woke™ Books are created in partnership with...

The US has seen an alarming rise in the numbers of people addicted to and overdosing on opioid drugs, including oxycodone, codeine, fentanyl, and heroin. Learn about history of the opioid crisis, the science behind addiction, and how people help those...

Juneteenth is the celebration of the day enslaved people in Texas were told they were freed—two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. Explore Juneteenth's little-told history, from the first Jubilee to the making of a national...

Racism and profit were driving forces in the growth of slavery. The transatlantic trade of enslaved people saw millions of kidnapped Africans sent around the world, many of them to the Americas. Even after the importation of enslaved people was banned...

In the spring and summer of 2020, several high-profile cases put a renewed spotlight on law enforcement's use of force in the United States, especially against Black people. Activist groups such as Black Lives Matter demanded accountability for police...