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Browne, Mahogany L.
2 Reviews
(3)
PS
Illustrated by
Theodore, III Taylor.
Upbeat second-person narration addresses an adorable African American baby in this sweet book sure to encourage the tiniest social reformers. Woke Baby's cries, crawls, and naps are encouraged and applauded in empowering words: "Here are your hands, reaching for what is yours." Woke Baby seems larger-than-life in the close-up illustrations--a nod to how even the smallest of us has the potential to make a big difference.
Reviewer: Monique Harris
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
Jess X. Snow.
The literal and visual boldness in both verse and illustration delivers a powerful affirmation to African American girls. Offering an antidote to common stereotypes, Browne infuses her mature poem, best suited to reading aloud, with confidence and empowerment as she points black girls in the direction of their dreams. Snow's striking illustrations convey a message of unconditional self-love that is, indeed, magical.
Reviewer: Monique Harris
2 reviews
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