When Black Girls Dream Big - by Tanisia Moore (Hardcover)

About the Book

An African American girl finds inspiration and affirmation in the lives of historic women like Sojourner Truth, Michelle Obama, Billie Holiday and Zora Neale Hurston.

Book Synopsis

You have within you infinite promise. How big will YOU dream? This striking companion to I Am My Ancestors' Wildest Dreams celebrates Black female achievement and is perfect for fans of I Am Enough, Little Leaders, and She Persisted.

"Magnificently compelling....Lets Black girls know each time they turn the page that all of their dreams are possible." --Angela Bassett, Award-winning Actress and Producer

I AM dope!

My crown shines bright

in all its glory.

When I dream big,

I can do anything!

In this inspiring tribute to Black girl pride and excellence, a young child discovers her place in a radiant heritage. As she meets twelve extraordinary Black women--historic and contemporary heroines who have blazed a trail for her own future success--she internalizes their strength and sets out to change the world in her own way.

Just like them, she can reach her dreams. And readers will discover that they can reach theirs too.

Review Quotes

Praise for When Black Girls Dream Big:

"Tanisia Moore's When Black Girls Dream Big is a book that allows its readers to see their beautiful selves depicted throughout its pages. So often, as young people, we are told what we cannot be or cannot do. But these inspiring and hopeful words, combined with Robert Paul Jr.'s magnificently compelling illustrations, lets Black girls know each time they turn the page that all of their dreams are possible." --Angela Bassett, Award-winning Actress and Producer

"This is accessible material that amplifies familiar voices and those not often covered. Moore's note states that this book is a love letter to her childhood self; it is, in fact, a love letter to all children about locating their role models and never thinking or feeling small. A commanding but friendly book about empowerment and self-confidence." --School Library Journal

"An upbeat manifesto that reflects on inspirational Black women of the past and present. . . warm pastels complement the affirming text. . . This is a loving and enlightening work that will pair well with Vashti Harrison's Little Leaders books. Be prepared for a confidence surge in all who pick this one up." --Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Tanisia Moore views writing as her avenue for giving hope, sharing life's lessons, and sparking imaginations. Her companion picture books I Am My Ancestors' Wildest Dreams and When Black Girls Dream Big empower young readers to dream and live big, and remind them of their strength and potential. She lives in Birmingham, Alabama, with her husband and three young children. Learn more at tanisiamoore.com.
Robert Paul Jr. has a love for people and everyone's unique story. He hopes to help children lead fun, positive, and enriched lives through storytelling. Illustrating When Black Girls Dream Big allowed him to pay tribute to the legacy of the prolific Black women in the story, as well as the countless Black women throughout history and his own life who have inspired him. Robert lives in Houston, Texas, with his family. You can see more of his work at steadfast.tv.