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Here is a beautifully illustrated interactive journal from the creator of the empowering adult coloring book I Love My Hair--featured on BuzzFeed, Mashable, and more. A wonderful survival guide for trying times, this journal encourages self-discovery and self care, and is the perfect distraction for doodlers hoping to escape reality and nurture their creative expression. This gorgeous full-color journal and activity book will get you coloring, doodling, and writing your way to your best self. Combining quotes from inspiring women, positive affirmations, and artistic advice direct from Andrea Pippins, along with supportive prompts and exercises, this uplifting book is the perfect tool to get those creative juices flowing. And with stylish hand-lettering and full-color illustrations throughout, Becoming Me is a perfect gift and keepsake--as well as a powerful tool for self-expression. Praise for I Love My Hair by Andrea Pippins: "The girl power stress-reliever we all needed." --Bustle Online "Pippins's imaginative images will inspire your inner artist and fashionista." --The Huffington Post

This jubilant picture book filled with powerful affirmations celebrates the beautiful magic that makes each of us special. This is the perfect heartfelt gift for a birthday, graduation or other new beginnings. There is a spark in you The spark in you shines when you smile. It sparkles when you dance. It glimmers and shimmers, zings, and pops Your spark is festive and joyous and burns brightest when you are authentically being you. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Carnival, a little girl uses all her creative energy to get ready for the big parade. Through the eyes of this vibrant character, the story celebrates individual expression and creativity as well as the explosion of light, color, and flavor of the festival. Leaning into her Brazilian heritage, creator Andrea Pippins shares a window into the world of a young girl as she joins in the excitement of the parade. The spare text leaves room for the striking artwork to shine in a powerful display of community, individuality, and spirit.

This jubilant picture book filled with powerful affirmations celebrates the beautiful magic that makes each of us special. This is the perfect heartfelt gift for a birthday, graduation or other new beginnings. There is a spark in you The spark in you shines when you smile. It sparkles when you dance. It glimmers and shimmers, zings, and pops Your spark is festive and joyous and burns brightest when you are authentically being you. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Carnival, a little girl uses all her creative energy to get ready for the big parade. Through the eyes of this vibrant character, the story celebrates individual expression and creativity as well as the explosion of light, color, and flavor of the festival. Leaning into her Brazilian heritage, creator Andrea Pippins shares a window into the world of a young girl as she joins in the excitement of the parade. The spare text leaves room for the striking artwork to shine in a powerful display of community, individuality, and spirit.

A young artist is eager to share her colorful artwork but when the rainbow she creates causes confusion among her classmates, she must overcome self-doubt in this empowering picture book about embracing the artist in you When Maya's class is asked to draw something inspired by nature, she gets right to work. There's nothing Maya loves to do more than draw So she spends all evening drawing, painting, and gluing. She even wakes up early the next day to add the finishing touches. In class, the students take turns presenting their artwork. Tatiana shares her drawing of a puddle, Pedro shows his picture of a butterfly, and Ravi proudly displays his sketch of rocks. Excited to share her rainbow, Maya opens her drawing with a big "Ta-da " But her classmates are confused. "I like your drawing, but rainbows don't look like that," says Ravi. Maya's cheeks tingle and her palms start to sweat. How can Maya help her classmates understand her drawing? With encouragement from their teacher, Maya inspires her class to unleash their own creativity and bring everyone's unique perspectives together to create a beautiful masterpiece. Here is a vibrant story that celebrates self-expression and imagination, perfect for any young artist who sees the world in different and interesting ways, encouraging readers to explore their creativity and share their ideas with pride.

A young artist is eager to share her colorful artwork but when the rainbow she creates causes confusion among her classmates, she must overcome self-doubt in this empowering picture book about embracing the artist in you When Maya's class is asked to draw something inspired by nature, she gets right to work. There's nothing Maya loves to do more than draw So she spends all evening drawing, painting, and gluing. She even wakes up early the next day to add the finishing touches. In class, the students take turns presenting their artwork. Tatiana shares her drawing of a puddle, Pedro shows his picture of a butterfly, and Ravi proudly displays his sketch of rocks. Excited to share her rainbow, Maya opens her drawing with a big "Ta-da " But her classmates are confused. "I like your drawing, but rainbows don't look like that," says Ravi. Maya's cheeks tingle and her palms start to sweat. How can Maya help her classmates understand her drawing? With encouragement from their teacher, Maya inspires her class to unleash their own creativity and bring everyone's unique perspectives together to create a beautiful masterpiece. Here is a vibrant story that celebrates self-expression and imagination, perfect for any young artist who sees the world in different and interesting ways, encouraging readers to explore their creativity and share their ideas with pride.

This vibrant and irresistible board book featuring simple cut-outs and bright patterns invites babies and toddlers to explore the world through triangles. Babies and toddlers will delight in this beautifully designed introduction to shapes. This sturdy interactive board book features bold, stylish illustrations, patterns, and precise die-cut shapes to teach little readers to observe and identify the triangles around them. Parents and children will delight in this rich reflection of Black culture that inspires curiosity and fosters creativity.

The best thing a creative person can have is a crew of friends, allies, and mentors to support them. Packed with inspiration and ideas from author-illustrator Andrea Pippins, this is a one-of-a-kind handbook for doers and makers looking to expand and nourish their creative community. Drawing on her own network of talented artists, designers, and friends, Pippins offers tips on how to: reach out to your heroes; use your art or work to empower your community; learn about a new culture and shake up your perspective; take a class, join a team, plan brunch?have fun! And she delivers her advice in style. Colorful pages feature patterns, portraits, and hand-lettered quotes alongside tips for fostering genuine connections and supportive relationships.

For fans of I Am Enough, The Day You Begin, and The Wonderful Things You Will Be, here is a poignant picture book about how family and community help shape the wonderful people our children become. My child, my little one, Who will you be when you are grown? There's loving kindness in your eyes, like your daddy'sand boldness in your heart, like your grandma's.Will you be like them? So begins this loving picture book about a mama who wonders who her child will grow up to be. Will her little one be curious like Grandpa and adventurous like Auntie Amina? Compassionate like Amy and joyful like cousin Curlena? Moving from family members to the wider community, she muses about which attributes her child will possess. A perfect gift for a baby shower, birthday, or graduation. Who Will You Be? features gorgeous artwork and gentle words that celebrate childhood and is an ode to the power of our village--and a reminder that every child is uniquely wonderful.