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Shades of Black: A Celebration of Our Children

by Sandra L. Pinkney

Many shades, one shared affirmation

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Many shades, one shared affirmation

In this board-book edition, photographic portraits and brief, poetic descriptions present a range of skin tones, hair textures, and eye colors among African-American children. Comparisons to familiar colors and objects give young children a way to notice those differences without treating any one appearance as the standard. The book connects each child’s individuality with pride in a shared heritage, making its celebration of Black identity both personal and collective.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Families seeking affirming books about Black identity
  • Adults sharing photo-based books with babies and toddlers

Themes

Black identityIndividualityDiversity of appearanceHeritage and pride

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Book overview

The best-selling picture book is now available as a board book.

 

I am Black / I am Unique / I am the creamy white frost in vanilla ice cream / and the milky smooth brown in a chocolate bar...Using simple poetic language and stunning photographs, Sandra and Myles Pinkney have created a remarkable book of affirmation for African-American children. Photographic portraits and striking descriptions of varied skin tones, hair texture, and eye color convey a strong sense of pride in a unique heritage. A joyous celebration of the rich diversity among African-Americans.
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