The Horn Book Guide

PICTURE BOOKS

Godin, Thelma Lynne

The Hula-Hoopin' Queen

40 pp. | Lee | May, 2014 | Trade ISBN 978-1-60060-846-9 $18.95

(2) K-3 Illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton. In this refreshingly original story, Kameeka is determined to win the title of "Hula-Hoopin' Queen of 139th Street." However, on the day of the contest, she's supposed to help prepare a birthday party for her elderly neighbor, Miz Adeline. The appealing cartoon-style illustrations highlight a strong sense of community in Kameeka's Harlem neighborhood, showing a wide range of distinctive characters and places.

Reviewer: Kathleen T. Horning | Horn Book Magazine Issue: September, 2014