Episode 5: Jaylen Craft

It is the last day of October and I am here with no tricks or treats, just another really meaningful conversation with my former student, Jaylen Craft. Be sure to listen in as Jaylen and I talk about the importance of being an older brother, the impact of role models who look like you, and the impact of New Kid, one of the most important graphic novels for all middle schoolers that was written by Jaylen’s dad, Jerry.   Let’s go hang out with Jaylen!       Today’s episode of The Teachback has been brought to you by SCHOOL TRIP, the new graphic novel by New York Times bestselling author Jerry Craft. The book is set to release in early 2023  and features the newest adventures of Jordan, Drew, Liam, and all the characters that fans first met in New Kid, winner of the Newbery Award and the Coretta Scott King Author Award! In this full-color contemporary graphic novel, the gang from Riverdale Academy Day is heading to Paris, for an international education like you've never seen before ...   Don't miss the two hilarious and powerful companion novels by Jerry Craft, New Kid and Class Act!