Maisha Oso

“Oso’s metaphors illustrate how Black hair tells the story of those who wear it; hair announces its wearer’s beauty to the world, be it cornrowed, locked, twisted, or curled...A stellar work that belongs in every collection serving young people.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “An outstanding collaboration has created a title that will be shared by all. Filled with extraordinary art,...

“Will surely be a smash hit as a classroom read-aloud.” —Booklist (starred review) Fans of Amelia Bedelia and Dory Fantasmagory will laugh themselves silly at Venus Washington’s misunderstanding about her grandma’s secret recipe in this first book in a hilarious new chapter book series! Venus Washington isn’t sure why her parents named her that, since she was born on Earth...

“Will surely be a smash hit as a classroom read-aloud.” —Booklist (starred review) Fans of Amelia Bedelia and Dory Fantasmagory will laugh themselves silly at Venus Washington’s misunderstanding about her grandma’s secret recipe in this first book in a hilarious new chapter book series! Venus Washington and the Lasagna Drama introduces us to Venus Washington, who isn't quite sure why...

How to Catch the Easter Bunny meets The Night Before series in this bunny-hopping picture book anticipating Easter in the laugh-out-loud, rhyming It’s Almost Time For… series. It’s almost time for Easter, and excitement is running high! It might not be here yet, but there’s so much to do before the joyful day arrives… From decorating and dyeing eggs in...