Double Dutch Queen - by Deann Wiley (Hardcover)

About the Book

"When Shay's family gathers for a day at Granny's house, there's one thing she can count on: there will be double Dutch. Shay would much prefer if her family would join her in another activity, like rollerblading or hula hooping (the stuff Shay does best!). But there's no convincing her cousins or her aunties, who can't wait to join the fun. Luckily, Shay's family is supportive, and with just the right balance of encouragement and bravery, Shay might be able to conquer her fears"--

Book Synopsis

A joyful new picture book about finding the courage to jump into something that intimidates you, from the author and illustrator of Homegrown.

When Shay's family gathers for a day at Granny's house, there's one thing she can count on: there will be double Dutch. Shay would much prefer if her family would join her in another activity, like rollerblading or hula hooping (the stuff Shay does best!).

But there's no convincing her cousins, or her aunties, who can't wait to join the fun! Luckily, Shay's family is supportive, and with just the right balance of encouragement and bravery, Shay might be able to conquer her fears. She may even have what it takes to be a double Dutch Queen!

About the Author

DeAnn Wiley is a self-taught illustrator with a master's degree in counseling psychology born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. She advocates for social justice from the intersection of multiple identities-- Black, Woman, Queer, and Disabled--and she stands in solidarity with other marginalized communities outside of her own. When she's not painting, she's learning, growing, and healing, with each phase of her journey depicted in her art. She is the illustrator of Marley's Pride, Sarah Rising, and the Sunday Adventures series; she is the author and illustrator of Homegrown.
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