This week we looked at eight more black icons that are an inspiration to use all, several of whom were already familiar to the children …

Yerim, in Year 6 also shared an eloquent review of Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes in assembly, which we have been reading in our book club. To quote Yerim, “It makes us think about prejudice as well as our own prejudices and shows the power of kindness”

It’s a really powerful story aimed at Year 6+, with some graphic description of violence that may not be suitable for younger readers.