Rico
Rico
Rico was a sophomore in high school when he became a published author. He likes to place basketball and baseball, and he is a Lead Tutor with Reach.
“This is for everyone, because we can all be courageous.” The Hoodie Hero dedication.
BOOKS BY RICO
by Ashley, Daequan, and Rico of Reach Incorporated
Story: Da’Monte walks home deflated after watching a friend get bullied. Afraid, he did nothing. Wishing he was braver, he confided in his grandmother, who provided a powerful surprise. With a magical hoodie provided by the family matriarch, Da’Monte becomes brave and bold. The bullies better watch out.
Story Behind the Story: In this fresh take on a superhero story, these teen authors reclaim the hoodie as a symbol not of intimidation or threat, but of courage and selflessness. Hoodie is the new Cape. In the context of continued racial profiling of and violence towards young black men in this country, this reimagining could not be more timely, or more necessary.
ISBN: 978-0692300787
Age: 4-9
Lexile: 600L
Page Count: 36
Published: Fall 2014
by Jordan, Rico, and Brandon of Reach Incorporated
Jealousy. Envy. Loneliness. We’ve all felt these emotions. In this incredible story of frustration and friendship, teen authors Jordan, Rico, and Brandon share the silly things we do when feeling bad about ourselves. Bobby, the editor of the school newspaper at REACH Middle School, is jealous of a popular threesome. His plan: break up the trio. Does it work?
ISBN: 9780996927499
Age: 4-9
Lexile: 590L
Page Count: 40
Published: Fall 2013
