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Me and the Family Tree

By Carole Boston Weatherford
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Me and the Family Tree by Carole Boston Weatherford is a delightful children's book that explores the joyful connection between young family members and their relatives. The story celebrates the child's unique place within their family tree, blending personal identity with ancestral connections in a heartwarming way. With its engaging illustrations and rhythmic prose, it invites young readers to appreciate both their individuality and their shared family heritage.
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories that celebrate family heritage and connections, offering young readers a chance to explore their own family trees with vibrant illustrations and engaging, heartfelt storytelling. It's perfect for children who are curious about their ancestry and enjoy discovering how their loved ones shape their identity.

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Me and the Family Tree

As a young girl reflects on her family, she notices how she she is unique.

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Carole Boston Weatherford, a Caldecott Honour winner, creates a celebration of family roots in this uplifting tale about how one young girl sees her family history by looking into a mirror.

A celebration of family roots from award-winning children's author Carole Boston Weatherford!

I’ve got my brother’s ears
And my sister’s big bright eyes.
I’ve got my grandpa’s hands
Though mine are a smaller size.

As a young girl reflects on the characteristics she shares with her family, she also notices and appreciates what makes her unique. This adorably sweet book reminds children of the love and security of family and celebrates the wonderful diversity among the people that make up our families and who love us so much!

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Me and the Family Tree is praised for celebrating family connections and bonds. It is ideal for read-aloud sessions with its rhythmic and poetic text. The artwork is noted for its depth and heartfelt execution, bringing out affection and love.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781728242491

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Board book

Date Published: 01 June 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 177.0mm

Height: 177.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 24

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Carole Boston Weatherford Children's Board Books Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Poet and author CAROLE BOSTON WEATHERFORD as written more than forty books and has earned many awards, including the NAACP Image Award, a Coretta Scott King Award, and a Caldecott Honor. She often writes about African American history, families and traditions, and jazz. Weatherford is the winner of a Ragan-Rubin Award for Literary Achievement from the North Carolina English Teachers Association and the North Carolina Award for Literature. She lives in North Carolina and teaches at Fayetteville State University.

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