STORY OF DR. TASHA THOMPSON-GRAY
EDUCATOR | AUTHOR | PUBLISHER
Dr. Tasha Thompson-Gray, a native of Chicago, IL, is an educator and children’s book author. She is very passionate about her career and the students she serves. Dr. Thompson-Gray’s love for books came from her maternal grandmother (Granny), an avid reader who took a book with her everywhere she went, in case she got a chance to read. Granny always made sure that Dr. Tasha had books to read. She took Dr. Tasha to the library, paid for book clubs and magazine subscriptions, and maintained an extensive home library. Following Granny’s advice, Dr. Thompson-Gray took books with her to read as much as possible. Her childhood dance teacher called her a bookworm because Dr. Thompson-Gray read books while she waited for classes to begin. Dr. Thompson-Gray has maintained a love for reading and works hard to instill good reading habits in her students. She is now creating children’s literature that explores relevant topics.
Dr. Thompson-Gray is the mother of two adult children and an active member of her church. She coordinates summer programs that provide unique learning experiences for children in the city of Chicago. In her free time, Dr. Thompson-Gray enjoys spending time with family and friends and traveling. She is a graduate of Sherman Elementary School and Curie High School in Chicago. After high school, Dr. Thompson-Gray graduated cum laude from Alabama State University with a degree in elementary education. She also earned her Master’s degree and Doctorate from Concordia University.
Dr. Thompson-Gray achieved success with her first children’s book, The ABCs of Covid-19, which sold over 300 copies within the first three months of publication. This book reignited her creative writing skills, and she began writing her second book, My People are Innovative: A Story About African American Inventors. Readers can expect more books from Dr. Thomps0n-Gray soon.
JUST BE YOU, SISTER GIRL is the perfect journal for Black women looking to reflect and embrace their authenticity. This journal is a guide that not only allows me to do some deep thinking, but also encourages me to take action and plan for the future. This journal has become a staple in my morning routine, as it helps me start my day with intention and positivity. The prompts are excellent, thoughtful, and inspiring, pushing me to think about my past, present, and dreams for the future.
Amazon Customer
MY PEOPLE ARE INNOVATIVE... In a world where there is very little literature for young children dedicated to African-American inventors, I say finally! Love the exposure to inventors often not recognized or less talked about.
Amazon Customer
THE ABCs OF COVID-19... I am a teacher and the proud parent of a 3 year old. My daughter had me read this book repeatedly since it arrived to our home. I loved the vocabulary utilized within this story. As a teacher, I appreciated that the language used is clear and easy to understand, but doesn't shy away from exposing little minds to more complex wording. This is so much more than your typical, "A is for apple" ABCs book. Which means it is great for a variety of ages! It was fun to discuss our experiences with COVID-19 with what we read in the book.
Aside from the story being great, the illustrations are fabulous! The work is bright and colorful which kept my little one's mind engaged. She looked through this book and "read" the pictures to me.
Amazon Customer
Tasha this is wonderful! I’m sitting here reading your book with chills. This is a history book, SEL book, literacy and science all in one. As we are home for another quarter, I am going to bring this into my lessons. Thank you so much for being you, the leader you are, and a general sense of balance to a year began lopsided.
Kristi Banks