David Wilkerson – illustratör

How to make your mark?Express yourself: From coloring outside the lines to creating her own clothes, expressing herself through art made Jacci Gresham feel confident.Keep an open mind: When Jacci started out, women getting tattooed was considered distasteful. Women giving tattoos was unheard of. And a Black woman tattoo artist? Jacci was the first.Practice every day: Jacci studied her craft. She developed new inking techniques for Black and brown skin. And she welcomed everyone into her New Orleans shop, including women of every color, shape, and size.Stand up for what you believe: From art class to artist, Jacci Gresham pushed boundaries, and she never took no for an answer. Jacci made her mark. How will you make yours?

Dive in to an exciting nonfiction graphic novel series about some of the greatest Black lives in history! "Sure to delight middle graders and encourage interest in STEM careers." (School Library Journal)This fun and accessible graphic novel for middle grade readers brings to light the lives of great but lesser-known Black scientists. Great Minds of Science is a kid-friendly introduction to some of the greatest scientists in history—doctors, engineers, mathematicians, and biologists.Each of them faced challenges as they rose to the top of their professions, but they didn’t back down. They kept experimenting and questioning and learning, and they made significant contributions in each of their scientific fields.Black Lives is the new graphic novel series from award-winning author Tonya Bolden and illustrator David Wilkerson that celebrates the lives of Black innovators and legends and helps bring these histories to life.Celebrate the lives and contributions of Black scientists throughout history with the inspiring Great Minds of Science.

Dive in to an exciting nonfiction graphic novel series about some of the greatest Black lives in history! "Sure to delight middle graders and encourage interest in STEM careers." (School Library Journal)This fun and accessible graphic novel for middle grade readers brings to light the lives of great but lesser-known Black scientists. Great Minds of Science is a kid-friendly introduction to some of the greatest scientists in history—doctors, engineers, mathematicians, and biologists.Each of them faced challenges as they rose to the top of their professions, but they didn’t back down. They kept experimenting and questioning and learning, and they made significant contributions in each of their scientific fields.Black Lives is the new graphic novel series from award-winning author Tonya Bolden and illustrator David Wilkerson that celebrates the lives of Black innovators and legends and helps bring these histories to life.Celebrate the lives and contributions of Black scientists throughout history with the inspiring Great Minds of Science.

Learn about the remarkable work of costume designers, toy makers, and architects in award-winning author Tonya Bolden and illustrator David Wilkerson’s exciting new graphic novel series about some of the most fascinating Black lives in historyAnn Lowe (fashion designer). Ed Welburn (automotive designer). Ruth E. Carter (costume designer). These aren’t names that many people learn about in school, but they’re some of the greatest designers that people should know about—and they join the ranks of toy designers, architects, and graphic designers celebrated in Icons of Design.Each faced challenges as they rose to the top of their professions, but they didn’t back down. They kept creating and experimenting and learning, and they made significant contributions in each of their fields!Black Lives is a new graphic novel series from award-winning author Tonya Bolden and illustrator David Wilkerson that celebrates the lives of Black innovators and legends and helps bring lesser-known histories to life.

The first book in a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat adventure series from exciting debut author Colm Field.Fans of Danny Wallace, Ben Miller and Rob Biddulph''s Peanut Jones and the Illustrated City will race through this epic adventure!Welcome, infinity racers! Prepare for an adventure that''s out of this world … and all of the others!When Kyan finds a battered old racing-car game in the loft, he doesn''t believe the big claims written on the box. I mean, what kind of ''Infinite Race'' only has seven pieces of track?So it comes as a shock when the game really does take him on the journey of a lifetime – through multiple universes! Whether he''s a space pilot on the trail of underwater aliens or an unwitting robber in a stolen police car, every adventure is more thrilling than the last. When he lands in a universe as a stunt driver racing for a million-pound prize, he thinks he''s found the way to save his family and their home. But the life of an infinity racer is about to prove much more dangerous than Kyan has bargained for …

The first book in a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat adventure series from exciting debut author Colm Field.Fans of Danny Wallace, Ben Miller and Rob Biddulph''s Peanut Jones and the Illustrated City will race through this epic adventure!Welcome, infinity racers! Prepare for an adventure that''s out of this world … and all of the others!When Kyan finds a battered old racing-car game in the loft, he doesn''t believe the big claims written on the box. I mean, what kind of ''Infinite Race'' only has seven pieces of track?So it comes as a shock when the game really does take him on the journey of a lifetime – through multiple universes! Whether he''s a space pilot on the trail of underwater aliens or an unwitting robber in a stolen police car, every adventure is more thrilling than the last. When he lands in a universe as a stunt driver racing for a million-pound prize, he thinks he''s found the way to save his family and their home. But the life of an infinity racer is about to prove much more dangerous than Kyan has bargained for …

The first book in a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat adventure series from exciting debut author Colm Field.Fans of Danny Wallace, Ben Miller and Rob Biddulph's Peanut Jones and the Illustrated City will race through this epic adventure!Welcome, infinity racers! Prepare for an adventure that’s out of this world … and all of the others!When Kyan finds a battered old racing-car game in the loft, he doesn't believe the big claims written on the box. I mean, what kind of 'Infinite Race' only has seven pieces of track?So it comes as a shock when the game really does take him on the journey of a lifetime – through multiple universes! Whether he’s a space pilot on the trail of underwater aliens or an unwitting robber in a stolen police car, every adventure is more thrilling than the last.When he lands in a universe as a stunt driver racing for a million-pound prize, he thinks he’s found the way to save his family and their home. But the life of an infinity racer is about to prove much more dangerous than Kyan has bargained for …

It''s time to race across the multiverse and save not just one world, but all of them! Kyan Green is getting the hang of racing through the multiverse in the Infinite Race. If he''s driving a bubble-butt car through a giant''s cereal bowl or riding on the back of a cosmic critter, he can''t be beaten. But when the mysterious infinity racer Spider Ace charges Kyan and his friends with a mission that has them hurtling from one universe to the next, it couldn''t be more dangerous. Together the gang must race from world to world, seeking out the multiverse doubles of Kyan''s devious landlord Mr Stringer and facing off in battles that could tip the balance between good and evil. Lose a single battle, and every single parallel dimension could be in jeopardy …

It''s time to race across the multiverse and save not just one world, but all of them! Kyan Green is getting the hang of racing through the multiverse in the Infinite Race. If he''s driving a bubble-butt car through a giant''s cereal bowl or riding on the back of a cosmic critter, he can''t be beaten. But when the mysterious infinity racer Spider Ace charges Kyan and his friends with a mission that has them hurtling from one universe to the next, it couldn''t be more dangerous. Together the gang must race from world to world, seeking out the multiverse doubles of Kyan''s devious landlord Mr Stringer and facing off in battles that could tip the balance between good and evil. Lose a single battle, and every single parallel dimension could be in jeopardy …

It’s time to race across the multiverse and save not just one world, but all of them!Kyan Green is getting the hang of racing through the multiverse in the Infinite Race. If he’s driving a bubble-butt car through a giant’s cereal bowl or riding on the back of a cosmic critter, he can’t be beaten.But when the mysterious infinity racer Spider Ace charges Kyan and his friends with a mission that has them hurtling from one universe to the next, it couldn’t be more dangerous. Together the gang must race from world to world, seeking out the multiverse doubles of Kyan’s devious landlord Mr Stringer and facing off in battles that could tip the balance between good and evil.Lose a single battle, and every single parallel dimension could be in jeopardy …

Introduce your child to one of the most influential American astronauts and STEM field leaders in history with the children’s book Sally Ride, part of the Leaders Like Us series.

Who was Sally Ride? Children will shoot for the stars with this engaging biography that explores Sally’s scientific accomplishments, her career at NASA, and her contributions to the STEM field.

Fun Storybook Features:

This children’s book features a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to develop reading comprehension skills.24 pages of vibrant illustrations

About Rourke Educational Media:

We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Introduce your child to one of the most influential LGBTQ activists and advocates in history with the children’s book Sylvia Rivera, part of the Leaders Like Us series.

Who was Sylvia Rivera? Children will love learning about one of the most influential leaders and advocates for LGBTQ rights in this engaging biography.

Fun Storybook Features:

This children’s book features a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to develop reading comprehension skills.24 pages of vibrant illustrations

About Rourke Educational Media:

We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Introduce your child to one of the most decorated Olympic gymnasts in history with the children’s book Gabby Douglas, part of the Leaders Like Us series.

Who is Gabby Douglas? Children will flip for this engaging biography that explores Gabby’s early life, her career as an Olympic gymnast, and all of her accomplishments.

Fun Storybook Features:

This children’s book features a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to develop reading comprehension skills.24 pages of vibrant illustrations

About Rourke Educational Media:

We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Introduce your child to one of the most influential American astronauts and STEM field leaders in history with the children’s book Sally Ride, part of the Leaders Like Us series.

Who was Sally Ride? Children will shoot for the stars with this engaging biography that explores Sally’s scientific accomplishments, her career at NASA, and her contributions to the STEM field.

Fun Storybook Features:

This children’s book features a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to develop reading comprehension skills.24 pages of vibrant illustrations

About Rourke Educational Media:

We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Introduce your child to one of the most influential LGBTQ activists and advocates in history with the children’s book Sylvia Rivera, part of the Leaders Like Us series.

Who was Sylvia Rivera? Children will love learning about one of the most influential leaders and advocates for LGBTQ rights in this engaging biography.

Fun Storybook Features:

This children’s book features a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to develop reading comprehension skills.24 pages of vibrant illustrations

About Rourke Educational Media:

We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

Introduce your child to one of the most decorated Olympic gymnasts in history with the children’s book Gabby Douglas, part of the Leaders Like Us series.

Who is Gabby Douglas? Children will flip for this engaging biography that explores Gabby’s early life, her career as an Olympic gymnast, and all of her accomplishments.

Fun Storybook Features:

This children’s book features a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to develop reading comprehension skills.24 pages of vibrant illustrations

About Rourke Educational Media:

We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

A Black woman had never been a justice for the United States Supreme Court until April 7, 2022 when Ketanji Brown Jackson made history. This nonfiction biography is the story of her path to becoming a trailblazing justice, part of the Leaders Like Us series.

Ketanji Brown Jackson has brought an important new perspective to the highest court—a lifetime appointment only held by two other African Americans before her. Learn all about Ketanji’s early life, her hard work, and all of her accomplishments.

Fun Storybook Features:

This children’s book features a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to develop reading comprehension skills.24 pages of vibrant illustrations

About Rourke Educational Media:

We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

A Black woman had never been a justice for the United States Supreme Court until April 7, 2022 when Ketanji Brown Jackson made history. This nonfiction biography is the story of her path to becoming a trailblazing justice, part of the Leaders Like Us series.

Ketanji Brown Jackson has brought an important new perspective to the highest court—a lifetime appointment only held by two other African Americans before her. Learn all about Ketanji’s early life, her hard work, and all of her accomplishments.

Fun Storybook Features:

This children’s book features a timeline, post-reading questions, and an interactive activity to develop reading comprehension skills.24 pages of vibrant illustrations

About Rourke Educational Media:

We proudly publish respectful and relevant nonfiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

A girl learns how the history of redlining has affected her neighborhood in this intergenerational picture book about racism, community action, and resilience by two New York Times bestselling authors.Olivia can’t wait to invite her friends to the 62nd annual Main Street Block Party. But when she does, Alison says that Main Street isn’t safe. Olivia’s eyes fill with tears, and she begins to wish that she didn’t live on Main Street at all.Then, Olivia learns what happened when her neighbor Ms. Effie was about her age: Ms. Effie's family was also told that Main Street wasn’t good enough. The bank wouldn’t give them a loan to buy their house based on where it fell on a color-coded map: Mostly Black people lived near Main Street, so the neighborhood was colored red on the map. To fight back against this practice called redlining, Ms. Effie’s family became friends with their neighbors and got organized.With vibrant illustrations by David Wilkerson and engaging text by Britt Hawthorne and Tiffany Jewell, Main Street celebrates what might happen when neighbors come together for a common goal and everybody pitches in.Features backmatter with an author's note about the full history of redlining and ideas for further engagement with your community!