Little Brown Books for Young Readers, May 2023
60 pages, PreK – 3rd
ISBN-13: 978-0316353229
A tender look at the power of words to hurt and heal. Vashti Harrison debuts her first picture book with minimal text and exquisite illustrations. The theme focuses on loving self. The story is portrayed in beautiful, soft shades of pink. The dynamic fonts flow through the book and come in all shapes and sizes. This title has earned acclaim in the literary world with multiple awards including the Caldecott Medal, a Coretta Scott King Author and Illustrator Honor book, the National Book Award finalist, and a New York Times bestseller.
About the Author/Illustrator:
Vashti Harrison is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of the popular children’s book series titled Little Leaders, Little Dreamers, and Little Legends. In addition to her own titles, she has illustrated several books for other authors. She has received the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor in addition to other awards. You can learn more about her at https://www.vashtiharrison.com/.
Pathways connections: Friends and Family, Personal Feelings and Growth
Reviewed by Cheryl The, PhD
Professor of Education
Southwestern Adventist University
By Nicholas Day, Art by Brett Helquist
