Magnificent Homespun Brown
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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2020 · Est. 5 min read-aloud

Magnificent Homespun Brown

By Samara Cole Doyon, Kaylani Juanita (Illustrator)

Young voices celebrate the joy of embracing one's own skin.

4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,123 ratings
32 pages· 527 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
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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.

Awards

Coretta Scott King Honor (2021)
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Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
527
Reading age
6–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
1100L
Themes & topics
Books about diversityBooks about familyBooks about self-esteemBooks about individualityBooks about confidence
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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
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780884487975

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