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Shedding Light From My Journeys
Shedding Light from My Journeys is a volume of poetry which reveals the passionate and insightful perspective of a young poet on art, spirituality, womanhood, community and more.
Deanne in the Middle
What would you do if you were caught in the middle? 14 year-old Deanne T. Summers knows that starting life as a high school freshman isn't going to be easy. Deanne didn't count on having her loyalty tested to her childhood friends, the Southgate Avenue crew, when she befriends a clique of the wealthiest students at Stonywood High School. What does loyalty and friendship have to do with being called a "wannabe" or worse? The inner strength Deanne's always had just may crumble as she strives to manage friendships of two opposing cliques and overcome the pains of betrayal.
Check the Rhyme
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Check the Rhyme: An Anthology of Female Poets & Emcees
Nominated for an NAACP Image Award in "Outstanding Literary Work - Poetry" and Writers Digest Publishing Award, Check the Rhyme: An Anthology of Female Poets & Emcees is a cross-generational volume of poetry, featuring the work of fifty thought provoking and inspirational women writers, lyricists and spoken word artists from diverse cultures and backgrounds. Check the Rhyme features eighteen chapters, revealing poetry that is a representation of both emerging and established poets who write on a variety of themes including: beauty and self esteem, empowerment for youth, hip hop culture, history, love relationships, and more. The pages of Check the Rhyme are filled with insights, experiences and challenges of women who walk the warrior path, intending to shape the world with the passion that fuels their dreams.
Ten Marbles and a Bag to Put Them in
Ten Marbles is a collection of poems for children. The poems cover themes ranging from love for nature and animals to summertime fun and more! The book features writing and drawing activities, in addition to comprehension questions after selected poems. This collection is perfect for bedtime storytelling, classroom literacy activities, and inspiring children to write creatively. Ages 7-12
Goddess Under the Bridge
From the award nominated poet and author of Shedding Light From My Journeys, Stardust Tracks on a Road, Ten Marbles and a Bag to Put Them In: Poems for Childrens, comes a new volume of powerful, inspirational poetry. Goddess Under the Bridge, DuEwa Frazier's fourth poetry collection, is a meditation on the beautiful, the ugly, the passion, the struggle and reflection of the inner goddess. The poems pay homage to Alice Coltrane, Suzan Lori Parks, Lucille Clifton and other notable artists. Frazier's words shake and shout, rant and conjure moving and familiar images from the past, present and future of one's waking life. "DuEwa Frazier offers more than glossy words. The strength and beauty of all women-resonates like a Coltrane solo in her meditations. The precious metal of her poetry has arrived." -Truth Thomas, Poet and Author of Speak Water
Quincy Rules
Imagine receiving mysterious letters and cards with no return address. These letters and cards tell little about the person who sends them, other than the fact that the sender, is the father you have never met. Quincy Lyles is a 15-year old teen who masters yoga at a young age, gets straight A's in school and lives a pretty predictable life. That is, until she starts to search for her father. Struggling to understand her true identity, Quincy goes on an adventurous quest to find the missing part of her life. Quincy's best friend Delaney Rojas helps her use the new found "sleuthing" abilities she must rely on. Quincy Rules is a young adult mystery filled with suspense, humor and a little bit of sass. Grades 6-9. Reviews: "Filled with memorable characters, Quincy's search for her father is both humorous and heartbreaking." - Lisa Goldstein, Division Chief, Brooklyn Public Library "Quincy's journey leads to laughter, mischief, and more questions. Will this hopeful sleuth find answers and wholeness? Will Quincy ever reunite with her father?" - Jamila Z. Felton, Librarian, DC Public Library
Teaching Humanities With Cultural Responsiveness at HBCUs and HSIs
In the realm of higher education, a persistent challenge exists in empowering Black and brown students within Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) to transcend societal limitations. Often labeled as "at risk" or lagging within the achievement gap, these students possess untapped potential hindered by traditional teaching methods. The impact of COVID-19 and racial injustice has exacerbated disparities, underscoring the need for innovative teaching approaches that connect academic subjects with the real experiences of these learners. Educators navigating evolving technology and diverse classrooms strive to bridge this gap while fostering...
Contributions of Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the 21st Century
Despite the declaration that we are living in a post-racial America, multiple recent events in which Black lives were prematurely ended have sparked a racial reckoning within the United States. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) are institutions with a long history of addressing racial disparities and injustices whose relevance is being recognized in light of these recent events. It is essential to give voice to those who represent the ongoing challenges, aspirations, and impact of HBCUs in the 21st century in upholding their collective mission to educate students of color who were historically excluded from institutions of higher education. Contributions of Historicall...
International Students at US Community Colleges
This volume documents the experiences of international students and recent international initiatives at US community colleges to better understand how to support and nurture students’ potential. Offering a range of case studies, empirical and conceptual chapters, the collection showcases the unique curricula and diverse opportunities for career development that colleges can offer international students. International Students at US Community Colleges addresses issues of student access, enrolment barriers, college choice, and challenges relating to integration in academic and professional networks. Ultimately, the book unpacks institutional factors which inhibit or promote the success of in...
