Black boys engaged in everyday and extraordinary moments are celebrated in this collection of short stories that also includes a poem and a comic. A three-part framing story invokes magic in the collection of joy, while other entries find joy in a diverse spectrum of moments that range from perfecting one’s first day of school look to skateboarding during the pandemic and competing in an intergalactic race. Families, friends, and neighborhood communities often play important roles in these boys’ lives. A welcome mix of voices and styles offers adventure, humor, and poignant connection to young readers. (Ages 8-12)