The Making of Butterflies
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Board Book · Ages 0–4 · 2023

The Making of Butterflies

By Zora Neale Hurston, Ibram X. Kendi, Kah Yangni (Illustrator)

Discover why the Creator made butterflies in this enchanting folktale.

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In a world newly crafted, the Creator embarks on a whimsical journey, filling the skies with vibrant butterflies of every hue. What inspired this colorful creation? Dive into a captivating African American folktale retold by Ibram X. Kendi, where the origins of these delicate creatures unfold. Perfect for young readers, this tale invites curiosity and wonder about the world's beginnings.

From the publisher

“Kendi and Yangni collaborate to introduce young children to the African American folklore tradition and to Hurston’s importance within that tradition.” –The Horn BookA First Folktale from the creators of Magnolia Flower, Zora Neale Hurston and Ibram X. Kendi, about the origin of butterflies.The Creator wuz all finished and thru makin’ de world.But soon, the Creator finds themselves flying through the sky, making gorgeous butterflies of every color, shape, and size.Find out why butterflies were made in Zora Neale Hurston’s stunning and layered African American folktale retold by #1 New York Times bestselling and National Book Award-winning author Ibram X. Kendi and illustrated by Kah Yangni. This accessible and sizable board book is perfect for introducing the youngest of readers to the beauty of Hurston’s storytelling and will spark curiosity in children about how things in our world came to be.

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Format
Board Book
Pages
24
Reading age
0–4
Audience
Board
Themes & topics
Books about AfricaBooks about diversityBooks about butterfliesBooks about first conceptsBooks about size and shape
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Published
March 7, 2023
Edition
Language
English
Type
Board Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780063111585

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