Pretty Brown Face
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Board Book · Ages 0–3 · 1997

Pretty Brown Face

Written by Andrea Davis Pinkney · Illustrated by Brian Pinkney

Join a family meal and celebrate rhythm and movement with a joyful baby boy.

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16 pages· ~400L
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Bookroo's summary

Experience the warmth of family as you help prepare a delicious meal, then join a baby boy on a journey of self-discovery, celebrating his unique features. Delight in the rhythm and movement that bring joy to everyday life. These stories capture the essence of love and togetherness in an African American family, inviting readers to share in their vibrant world. What makes this family meal so special, and how does the baby boy's discovery unfold? Dive into these spirited tales to find out.

From the publisher

Help boil the greens, flip the fish, and slice the pie for a mouth-watering family meal in I Smell Honey, then join the fun as a baby boy discovers the unique features that make his face so special in Pretty Brown Face. In Shake Shake Shake and Watch Me Dance, explore the joys of rhythm and movement. These spirited board books celebrate the loving closeness of an African American family.

At a glance
Format
Board Book
Pages
16
Reading age
0–3
Audience
Board
Lexile
~400L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~2.8
F&P level
~L
Publication
Published
February 1, 1997
Publisher
Clarion Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780152006433
LCCN
96075235
OCLC
36741350

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