Growing Up Black in Britain: Stories of courage, success and hope by Ashley Hickson-Lovence (author), Stuart Lawrence (author), and Simone Douglas (illustrator)

Growing Up Black in Britain: Stories of courage, success and hope

Suitable for 12 – 14 years

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What is it like to grow up Black or Black dual heritage in Britain?Stuart Lawrence, brother of Stephen Lawrence, talks to seven inspirational figures about their childhood experiences, as well as sharing insight into his own. This is a collection of courageous, thought-provoking and ultimately hopeful pieces set to educate and inspire young people.

  • contributors include TV presenter Alison Hammond, Olympic gold medallist Kye Whyte and actress Lolly Adefope
  • empowering real-life stories for children aged 10+
  • bold page layouts that are stimulating and clear to read
  • National Stephen Lawrence Day takes place on April 22nd each year, with the aim of creating a society in which everyone can flourish.
  • PRAISE FOR STUART’S DEBUT CHILDREN’S BOOK, SILENCE IS NOT AN OPTION :“This book will change lives”Marianne Levy, the i PaperSilence is Not an Option: You Can Impact the World for Change is intended to empower all children irrespective of skin colour to demand a better society… Stephen Lawrence’s brightness runs throughout the pages, along with Stuart’s love for his brother” – Louise Carpenter, The Times MagazineAbout the author: Stuart Lawrence is the younger brother of Stephen Lawrence, the young man who, on 22 April 1993, at the age of just 18, was murdered in an unprovoked racist attack. Stuart is an educator and motivational speaker, dedicated to helping to transform the life chances of young people.

    Product Details

    Catalogue number

    446 in Setanta Teen October 2024, 1101 in Setanta SCB Offer Sept 2024 and 8228 in Schools Catalogue 2024/25

    Format

    Paperback

    ISBN

    9780702315855

    Publisher

    Scholastic

    Date published

    September 14th, 2023

    Other details

    • 160 pages

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    New

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