Martellus Bennett

Martellus Bennett, Super Bowl champion turned author/illustrator, has penned a book for all ages in Dear Black Boy. The picture book begins with lots of accolades, and it deserves every single one.

Bennett encourages Black boys (and by extension, their sisters) to work hard, not just in sports (as expected) but in every area of life. And, especially, to dream big! There’s not better message for children of color, whom society oftentimes dismisses as less than. Bennett’s mostly sepia-toned show more illustrations provide the perfect accompaniment. I just wish I could give it more than five stars!

I leave you with Bennett’s encouraging words:

The game of life is the one game that they think Black Boys can’t win… But with the proper preparation, dedication, and determination, every Black Boy can be a winner….

Run, Black Boy, run!
Run in the direction of your dreams.
You can change the world for us all!

Amen to that!

In the interest of full disclosure, I received this book from NetGalley, Quarto Publishing Group and Frances Lincoln Children's Books in exchange for an honest review. show less

You don't have to win a Nobel; you can change the world by winning in sports!
The illustrations by the author are simple, monochromatic, and expressive.
Well suited for reading WITH someone of any age including ESL, and great for gifting to everyone, but especially to a school or your local public library!
I requested and received a temporary uncorrected proof on Adobe Digital Editions from Quarto Publishing Group/Frances Lincoln Children's Books via NetGalley. Thank you!
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