Flamoyants: The Queen Harlem Renaissance I Wish I’d Known by George M. Johnson – Educator Guide Sneak Peek!

Grades 7-9

Flamboyants by George M. Johnson

is a nonfiction book that shines a light on 12 Black and queer artists from the Harlem Renaissance, a vibrant cultural movement in the 1920s. Through essays, poetry, and vivid illustrations, the author celebrates figures like Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, and Josephine Baker, highlighting how their identities influenced their art. This book helps readers understand how these trailblazers paved the way for future generations to embrace their true selves.