Sharifa Brown

For far too long, little black and brown boys have been made to feel inferior and unimportant. Unfortunately, they have been portrayed as stereotypes of what society believes they will grow up to be.I'm a Little King is a short, rhythmic, and beautifully illustrated children's book for ages 2-7 aimed at improving the self-esteem and self-confidence of black and brown boys. It focuses on changing the negative perceptions and narratives many have been conditioned to believe regarding black and brown children. Filled with inspiring, encouraging, empowering, and positive affirmations, this book will help little black and brown boys remain true to themselves while showcasing their greatness.

For a long time, little black and brown girls were made to feel inferior and undervalued. This book showcases black and brown girls as beautiful, intelligent, ambitious, and proud This book was written as an outlet to allow young black and brown girls to shine and rejoice in the history that made them who they are. I'm a Little Queen is a rhyming, positive affirmation book for young black and brown girls designed to help them build self-assurance, self-confidence, and the self-esteem they need to defeat any harmful ideas and notions presented or encountered.