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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2020 · Est. 5 min read-aloud
Magnificent Homespun Brown
Written by Samara Cole Doyon · Illustrated by Kaylani Juanita
Young voices celebrate the joy of embracing one's own skin.
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,121 ratings
32 pages· 527 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
In a vibrant tapestry of voices, young narrators share their journey of embracing the beauty of their own skin. 'Magnificent Homespun Brown' is a lyrical celebration of identity and self-love. As each narrator finds joy in their unique hue, they invite readers to join in a heartfelt song of acceptance and pride. What does it mean to truly feel at home in your own skin? Discover the answer in this uplifting tale that radiates confidence and joy, encouraging everyone to cherish the skin they are in.
From the publisher
Kirkus Starred ReviewPW Starred ReviewSchool Library Journal Starred Review”The definition of brown joy. THESE are the normalizations in stories that we need, unadulterated Black and Brown joy full of self-esteem and confidence…” the tiny activistTold by a succession of exuberant young narrators, Magnificent Homespun Brown is a story – a song, a poem, a celebration – about feeling at home in one’s own beloved skin.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Words
- 527
- Reading age
- 6–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 1100L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 5.4
- F&P level
- ~Z
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 512306
Publication
- Published
- January 7, 2020
- Publisher
- Tilbury House Publishers
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780884487975
- LCCN
- 2019950931
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