It also includes researched based information by Reginald Grant, MSEd on Reaching and Teaching African American Children. In the book we look at the research, the historical factors and hopefully provide some insight and solutions. I, nor most African American males don’t want any handouts or hand me downs, just the opportunity to compete on a level playing field.  But, being an African American male in American is a unique experience.  A great tool to help you understand how to help African American children succeed in and thrive in the academic environment.