![]() ![]() The report confirmed with statistics and personal stories what I already felt in my own schooling experiences and what I witnessed as a mentor. ![]() One major barrier was the pervasiveness of stereotypes that adversely impact the educational experiences of African American girls. I was also deeply moved by the 2014 NAACP report “ Unlocking Opportunity for African American Girls: A Call to Action for Educational Equity.” The report explored the barriers African American girls face. I drew from several of these relationships to write Piecing Me Together. ![]() From being a daughter, a friend, a mentee, a mentor, a teacher-I’ve had such meaningful and complicated relationships. What inspired you to write Jade’s story? I was inspired by all of the friendships I’ve had with women. SLJ chats with Watson about her stirring YA novel. 14, 2017) explores the strong relationships among Black women, poverty and privilege, and the power of art. The acclaimed author Renée Watson’s Piecing Me Together (Bloomsbury Feb. ![]()
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