Edited by writer and activist, Jael Richardson, Today I Am is a collection of short stories written by emerging writers in Canada that examine the meaning of home. From growing up on a faraway planet to being stranded on an island to a difficult school assignment, this collection reflects the adventurous and courageous nature of kids today.

A Baltimore City high school senior wrote a book to help kids learn about influential Black Americans. WBAL-TV spoke to Mercy High School senior Milan Brown, whose book is becoming a teaching tool for Black History Month.

It's never too early to teach youngsters about the rich history and cultural legacy honored during Black History Month and all year long. This February and beyond, you can spark your child's curiosity with children's books about African Americans who have contributed to U.