Marcus Teaches Us Simplified for Kids 6-9 Years Old

“Marcus Garvey is a hero of Blacks at home and abroad. He made people feel proud of their history and of being black.”The book is co-authored with a 9 year old young man, Annu Yah Kadhi Stewart, who has Garvey as his role model. The simplified language used makes sure that “Marcus Teaches Us” is an engaging way to introduce children 6-9 yrs old to Marcus Garvey, the greatest black philosopher of the 20th Century.Garvey was born in Jamaica and travelled to England, Europe and the USA, across the Caribbean islands and South America. He wanted to unite all Black people under the eyes of God. He spread his powerful message of One God, One Aim, One Destiny to people everywhere. His emphasis in his teachings to Africans at home and abroad on self -reliance, respect for each other and love, stand strong until today. His personal life was one of self-confidence against unjust physical and mental challenges.This is a book which introduces Garvey’s philosophy to children. It tells us how Garvey went from being the son of a printer in the countryside of Jamaica to becoming one of the most influential black leaders in the world. This children’s book of Marcus Garvey shows us:How important it is to read about our history as black peoplesThat kids must have pride in themselves. They must develop confidence, self -esteem and self -acceptance together with respect and love for othersThat Black people must become self-reliant entrepreneurs and have self-confidence in managing their own businesses.That Africans on the mainland and in the Diaspora need to practice pride of race, and hold a positive racial identityThe book is written for kids age 6-9. There are many books for adults. This is an inspiring biography that even adults will appreciate. The children are our future. It is beautifully illustrated and written in simplified language children will understand. The many activities help to remind children of other famous Black people/leaders like Martin Luther King Jnr., Malcolm X, Rosa Parks, who led the civil rights movement as they fought against racial discrimination, racial identity and social inequality.To have their own book is a must for kids of this age as it encourages the sense of ownership and acts as a reference on Black History until they can read at a higher level.Written for kids 6-9 years old, “Marcus Teaches Us” that “You too can impact Black History”.