Welcome to the website of award-winning poet and author Bryan Patrick Avery. Bryan is the author of more than twenty stories and books for children including BLACK MEN IN SCIENCE, THE FREEMAN FIELD PHOTOGRAPH, and the MR. GRIZLEY’S CLASS and MILO GRAY’S IMAGINATION ADVENTURES series. Whether you’re a reader, teacher, librarian, or parent, you’ll find everything you need to know about Bryan and his books here.
Praise for Bryan Patrick Avery’s Books
“Kat and Harry make a fun duo, and their mission packs tension. The importance of the mission is clear, and the riddles and clues will have readers trying to figure out the answers right along with Kat and Harry. The entire thing remains exciting and draws in. Plus it accomplishes this while staying completely appropriate for the age group. Add a couple comprehension questions and short writing prompts at the end, and it even works well for classroom or homeschooling settings. ” – Bookworm for Kids on The Spy in the Library
“In a wonderful fashion that is sure to capture a child’s attention and intrigue, Bryan Avery shares stories of perseverance in the face of obstacles. In a brilliant interweaving of Black history, education, and inspiration, he invites the child to make the great next discovery. Bravo!” – Nicole Bueno on Black Men in Science
“This book is for all the youth (especially youth of color) who will see themselves in these great Black Men in Science! As a physician myself, I wish I had this book to show my younger self I am standing on the shoulders of these talented men! These men are missing in our history books. Thank you, Bryan Patrick Avery for bringing these stories to the forefront and inspiring young minds to grow.” – David Inwards-Breland, MD, MPH on Black Men in Science
“As a Black man in medicine, I love seeing how this book inspires my 8 and 10 year old sons. They love reading about the different Black men in science, and learning from the definitions and resources added in the book. I can see how this book has ignited their love for history, especially Black history.” – Dr. Alonzo L. Grant on Black Men in Science
“Another great addition to the Mr. Grizley’s Class early reader/beginning chapter series. As always, love the activity and questions at the end. Wish these could get published faster! My students enjoy this series.” – Librarian Megan M on Bobby’s Story
“This was a great story about a passionate young boy who used his skills to bring awareness to a cause. It’s a wonderful way to demonstrate to children that their voices matter. I like that Bobby was a problem-solver and that he thought outside of the box to engage with his classmates.” – Deleta A on Bobby’s Story
“This is a sweet and easy read for your younger elementary student child! Cecilia was sweet and did something that most kids do, forget something she was supposed to bring to school. This book will encourage your child to share their emotions, with out melting down. The back has instructions how to make your emotion cards! Grab this book, you won’t be disappointed!” – Kelly H on Cecilia’s Fundraiser
“This was a cute story! I love the idea behind having emotion cards to check in with the teacher, and then the way the whole class came together to help. What a wonderful story for children to read.” – Katrina G on Cecilia’s Fundraiser
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