Hey You!

Name: Hey You!
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241521946
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An empowering celebration of growing up Black

By Dapo Adeola

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Summary

Hey You! by Dapo Adeola is a vibrant and empowering children's book. It features a series of heartfelt messages and illustrations, encouraging young readers to embrace their uniqueness and potential. Through simple yet powerful language, the book inspires children to be confident and proud of who they are, promoting self-love and resilience.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might like this book if you're looking for an empowering and heartfelt read that inspires young children by celebrating their unique qualities. The story is beautifully illustrated and offers encouragement and reassurance, making it a perfect choice for fostering confidence and self-love in kids.

Hey You!

Description

Hey You! is a groundbreaking picture book that serves as a lyrical, inspirational exploration of growing up Black. It is written by the award-winning illustrator Dapo Adeola and brought to life by some of the most exciting Black illustration talents of today.

"It distils the fierce heartache of racist injustice as well as a passionate sense of joy and hope for the future."
The Guardian

"From the pain of systemic racism to the hope of the future, it's an honest but largely uplifting read, aimed at children particularly."
Evening Standard

"A series of clever and witty illustrations matched with informative text guides the reader through a series of situations where they might encounter prejudice, and how to form strategies to overcome a situation before it becomes a problem."
The Independent

"This beautiful book also serves as a brilliant directory of work from Black illustrators."
BookTrust

Remember to dream your own dreams.
Love your beautiful skin.
You always have a choice.

This book addresses - honestly, yet hopefully - the experiences Black children face growing up with systemic racism, while also providing hope for the future. It delivers a powerful message to a new generation of dreamers, a message that is both urgent and timeless. Hey You! offers a rich and rewarding reading experience for every child.

To mirror the rich variety of the Black diaspora, this book showcases artwork from Dapo and eighteen incredible Black illustrators, creating one beautiful, powerful, and cohesive reading experience.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Hey You! by Dapo Adeola, complemented by multiple talented illustrators, is a poignant and uplifting exploration of the Black experience of growing up. The book successfully balances the harsh realities of systemic racism with messages of joy, hope, and the significance of Black heritage. It serves not only as a heartfelt message to children but also as a showcase for Black illustrators' diverse artistic styles, making it an essential read for young audiences and classrooms alike.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241521946

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin

Contributors:

Illustrated by Sharee Miller
Illustrated by Reggie Brown
Illustrated by Diane Ewen
Illustrated by Dapo Adeola
Illustrated by Jade Orlando
Illustrated by Alyissa Johnson
Illustrated by Onyinye Iwu
Illustrated by Chanté Timothy
Illustrated by Reggie Brown
Illustrated by Diane Ewen
Illustrated by Sharee Miller

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 233.0mm

Height: 285.0mm

Weight: 263g

Pages: 48

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Dapo Adeola Penguin Books

About the Author

Dapo Adeola is an award-winning illustrator and designer who creates characters and images that challenge expectations around race and gender in a fun and upbeat way. He is the co-creator and illustrator of bestselling picture book Look Up! - winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize and the number 1 debut picture book of 2019. London born and bred but of Nigerian heritage, when he's not busy cooking up new characters and adventures you can find Dapo running illustration and character design workshops with children or organising events to help highlight the possibilities of a career in illustration to underrepresented members of the Black diaspora.