Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Black Boy

This collection of short, vibrant tanka poems by Tony Medina captures everyday life experiences of Black boys and young men. It includes thirteen different perspectives such as dressing up in Sunday best, running to catch a bus, and growing up to become teachers. Each poem is paired with artwork from various artists, including recent Caldecott and Coretta Scott King Award recipients. The book has been recognized by several prestigious awards, including The New York Times’ 14 Antiracist Books for Kids and Teens, Arnold Adoff Poetry Awards 2020, and more.