Helping Kids Rise

BLACK HISTORY MONTH‼️ This new picture book celebrates Black culture by following two children as they excitedly experience their neighborhood, family gatherings, Juneteenth and Kwanzaa celebrations, and other activities that highlight the accomplishments of contemporary and historical Black icons.

Check it out here in our bookshop: https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9798889831587

Here's the publisher's description: Say it loud, say it proud: I Love My People!

An energizing tour of Black culture, history, and community, I Love My People is a joyous celebration in rhythmic poetry. Follow two children as they excitedly experience their neighborhood, family gatherings, Juneteenth and Kwanzaa celebrations, church community, and activities that parallel the accomplishments of influential contemporary and historical Black icons. Meet dancers like the Nicholas Brothers and Katherine Dunham, filmmaker Oscar Micheaux, mathematician Gladys Mae West, scientist Kizzmekia Corbett, NASCAR drivers, tennis players, gymnast Simone Biles, and activists too. Kim Holt's warm, vibrant illustrations bring each scene to life, infusing each declaration of awe and respect for the Black community with joy and verve.

Author Kim Singleton's poetry soars, making this a fantastic read-aloud for home, school, and the library. She hopes the book will serve as a source of education, inspiration, and pride to young people. I Love My People: A Child's Celebration of Black Culture is a wonderful gift for holidays, birthdays, and any occasion.

HAPPY DIWALI‼ Five days of light, love, and celebration! The Festival of Lights began October 20th and continues for five days, each one honoring family, gratitude, and the victory of light over darkness.

These beautiful picture books help children discover the meaning of Diwali, from shimmering diyas to sweet treats and special time spent with loved ones.

BOOKS FEATURED HERE (links to our bookshop)
✨️It's Diwali!
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9781534453654
✨️Once Upon a Diwali
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9781958372449
✨️Garland of Lights
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9781547616282
✨️My Diwali Light
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9780316339339
✨️Diwali in my New Home
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9781506484075
✨️The Light Within You
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9781542039123
✨️Diwali: A Festival of Lights
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9780593703878
✨️Binny's Diwali
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9781338364484

REMEMBERING KETURAH A. BOBO 🕊 We honor and celebrate the life and legacy of beloved artist and illustrator Keturah A. Bobo. Last week, her family shared that she passed away following a long-term illness.

Through her art, Keturah gave the world something lasting and powerful—joyful, beautiful representation of Black children. Her illustrations have touched countless hearts, helping young readers of all walks of life see themselves reflected with love, pride, and possibility on every page.

Her work reminds us that our stories are worthy, our faces are radiant, and our imaginations have no limits. We are deeply grateful for her light, her art, and the legacy she leaves behind. 💛

Take a peek at some of the children's books she beautifully illustrated:

💥I am Enough
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9780062667120
💥I Believe I Can
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9780062667137
💥A Boy and His Mirror
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9780593110553
💥The Night Is Yours
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9780525552710
💥A is for all the Things You Are
https://bookshop.org/a/6778/9781588346506