ONE BOOK,
ONE BOOK,
ONE DISTRICT
ONE DISTRICT
A community reading project from the Woodland Hills School District.
ONE BOOK, ONE DISTRICT
ONE BOOK, ONE DISTRICT
with Nigeria Jones by Ibi Zoboi
with Nigeria Jones by Ibi Zoboi
“Look at you reading big books! Everybody knows that we save lives, and you're an example of that.”
Nigeria is a teen raised in a Black separatist group led by her father. Homeschooled, vegan, and part of traditional rituals, Nigeria's life shifts dramatically when her mother vanishes. Forced to care for her baby brother, she discovers her mother had secret dreams for her children, including a life beyond the Movement. Defying her father, Nigeria attends a Quaker school, where she begins to explore new perspectives. Her quest to find her mother unveils shocking truths that challenge her beliefs, sparking a journey of self-discovery and personal revolution.
Nigeria is a teen raised in a Black separatist group led by her father. Homeschooled, vegan, and part of traditional rituals, Nigeria's life shifts dramatically when her mother vanishes. Forced to care for her baby brother, she discovers her mother had secret dreams for her children, including a life beyond the Movement. Defying her father, Nigeria attends a Quaker school, where she begins to explore new perspectives. Her quest to find her mother unveils shocking truths that challenge her beliefs, sparking a journey of self-discovery and personal revolution.
In early 2025, Woodland Hills students, staff, and community members will read and discuss Nigeria Jones. Join us for a series of discussions about the book. Ibi Zoboi is a New York Times bestselling author and National Book Award finalist. Nigeria Jones won the Coretta Scott King Award from the American Library Association. Ms. Zoboi will interact with us remotely for this project on March 5, 2025!
