Books Like Black and White
Families who loved Black and White by Paul Volponi often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Black and White by Paul Volponi often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with the reality of systemic unfairness or facing the consequences of a peer-pressured mistake. It is an essential read for discussing how personal choices intersect with racial identity and the legal system. The story follows two best friends, Marcus and Eddie, who are star basketball players known as Black and White. After a series of robberies leads to a confrontation with a gun, the boys find themselves on very different paths through the justice system. It is a gritty, realistic look at loyalty, guilt, and the uneven playing field of society. Best suited for ages 13 and up due to mature themes and language, it provides a vital bridge for families to discuss accountability and social justice without sugarcoating the outcomes.
