About

Serena Virk is an Ontario-based certified teacher with over twenty years of experience. While researching materials for Remembrance Day, she discovered a significant lack of information designed to help young children learn about the contributions of Black soldiers during the First World War. Although resources about the Black Battalion existed for teenagers and adults, there was nothing available for younger readers. Recognizing the importance of filling this gap, Serena recently published a French edition of her picture book and launched a website where educators can access year-round, cross-curricular lesson activities. Her books are currently used in several school boards across Ontario and New Brunswick, and she is dedicated to getting her picture book about the Black Battalion into schools across Canada. Follow and connect with her @virkbooks.