Ride, Roll, Run - (A Fun in the City Book) by Valerie Bolling (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Celebrating community and friendship, this lively rhyming picture book follows children as they play their way through their cult culturally diverse neighborhood"--

Book Synopsis

Ride, Roll, Run: Time for Fun! is a joyful, rhyming picture book that is an ode to community and outdoor play.

This energetic picture book celebrates community and friendship, following children as they play their way through their vibrant neighborhood.

Award-winning author and educator Valerie Bolling's rhyming text makes for an exciting read-aloud and is paired with stunning illustrations by Sabrena Khadija.

Pedal, pump.
Speed bump!
Ride, roll, run.
Friends and fun!

Review Quotes

"Although the digital illustrations suggest an urban setting with geometric architecture, children growing up in the country or suburbs will easily relate--the delight experienced as the school day draws to a close is, after all, sure to resonate with many. . .Pure joy." --Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Valerie Bolling is the SCBWI Crystal Kite Award-winning author of Let's Dance! (Boyds Mills & Kane, 2020). In addition to being an author, Bolling has been an educator for more than 25 years. She is focused on bringing diverse literature to elementary students and creating stories in which all children can see themselves and feel valued and heard. She lives in Stamford, Connecticut. Sabrena Khadija describes herself as a Maryland-born, West African-raised creative, bibliophile, and anime enthusiast. She adds, "I am one of the growing number of human beings who seek inclusive and innovative spaces to explore art and creativity in meaningful and impactful ways." Khadija lives in Silver Spring, Maryland.