Afro Pick Adventures
Welcome Elevated One, this is a space where words transcend the ordinary. I invite you to journey through narratives that uplift, motivate, and transform. Each story, each character is crafted not just to entertain, but to elevate your spirit and broaden your horizons. Thank you for joining me on this adventure of discovery, growth, and elevation. Stay Elevated!
SHORT AUTOBIOGRAPHY
Hezzy (Author | Speaker | Coach)
Hezzy is the author of You Can Be and Afro Pick Adventures Presents The Incredible Genius Imhotep. He is very passionate about motivating and inspiring people to live their best lives. Hezzy graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. He is also a graduate of Tyndale University, where he obtained his Bachelor’s of Education. He is one of the founding members of Elevated Grounds, an organization that uses the performing arts to teach young people about mental health and Black Excellence.
My Mission
I am a creator of colourful cultural stories that use rhyme to elevate, motivate and educate the masses. My readers love to be taken on journeys that include vivid visualizations and positive messages. I love inspiring audiences to think outside of the box and to create new possibilities for themselves.
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My Awards & Achivement
Hezzy has been commemorated with the York Region Black History Month award for producing interactive, visual and learner-friendly presentations which have had a great impact in the educational advancement and cultural promotion of African history.
Hezzy received the YMCA Peace Medallion Award for his work in bringing about peaceful solutions to violence, conflict, discrimination and injustice in the community.
Hezzy has been recognized by the House of Commons Canada for his hardwork and contributions to the Groundation Program as a team leader.
Education: Hezzy graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and graduated from Tyndale University and Seminary with a Bachelor of Education.
AFRICA IS A CONTINENT NOT A COUNTRY
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You Can Be is an empowering tale exploring in rhyme all the things a child can become. You Can Be, teaches children about possibility, opportunity and the ability to make their dreams a reality.
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This is a wonderful story about a boy named Nick and his amazing afro pick. Nick’s afro pick has tremendous powers, it allows him to travel back in time to meet extraordinary people. On this adventure Nick teleports to Ancient Egypt where he learns about the Step Pyramid and meets Imhotep “The Father of Medicine”.
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Truly Mellanin Presents Self Care Sundays is a captivating and empowering children’s book that celebrates self-care and self-love in a beautifully diverse and inclusive way.