Description
Book Synopsis'There are so many things I am and can be... There's a whole world waiting for me.' Introduce your baby to Black excellence with this lyrical board-book edition of Young, Gifted and Black. Includes a mirror at the back so young dreamers can see themselves next to their heroes. Meet icons of color from past and present in this
baby board book celebration of inspirational achievement. A collection of positive, yet simple, affirmations to encourage the next generation. Highlighting the talent of Black leaders and changemakers from around the world, young dreamers will
develop confidence, self-assurance, and self-belief.
Created in the spirit of Nina Simone’s song “To Be Young, Gifted, and Black,” meet
figureheads,
leaders and
pioneers such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks, as well as
cultural trailblazers like Zadie Smith and
Trade Review“Celebrates Black excellence.” -- Danielle Ballantyne * Foreword Reviews *
'A gorgeous new board edition of Young Gifted and Black introduces young children to black icons past and present, and comes complete with a mirror on the final page.' -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *
‘A brilliant celebration of Black trailblazers from many walks of life and with a huge diversity of talents, this book sends a strong and vital message of affirmation, empowerment and aspiration. How clever and motivational that young children view themselves in the mirror after seeing all these inspiring Black role models. Highly recommended.’ * The School Librarian *
“A good book for starting conversations with kids.” * BookRiot *
