WeRISE, WeREAD 2024: New Kid by Jerry Craft

Join the conversations with this community-wide book read about children and the education system.

Read the graphic novel New Kid by Jerry Craft, then dive into rich conversations about racial identity, code-switching, marginalizing behaviors, and the emotions associated with them.

How to Participate

  1. February 2024 - Borrow a copy from the library.
  2. March 2024 - Read this book: New Kid by Jerry Craft.
  3. March 18-31 - Pick up a free activity kit. While supplies last. Learn more.
  4. April 2024 - Join the conversation with book discussion sessions (virtual or in-person). Register here.
  5. April 30, 7-8pm - Attend the virtual author visit with Jerry Craft. Register here.
  6. After April 30 - Extend your experience with these New Kid readalikes.

Brought to you by WeRISE for Greater Westerville. With support by City of Westerville Community Partner Fund.

About This Initiative

WeREAD is a community-wide read initiative with the goal of bringing our community together through dialogue and activities while also inspiring us to advance WeRISE for Greater Westerville’s mission of transforming our community through racial justice. Learn more.

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