About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing physical differences or asks why people have different skin colors. It provides a gentle, joyful vocabulary for discussing race through the relatable lens of an art project. Seven-year-old Lena and her mother explore their vibrant neighborhood to see that brown is not just one color, but a beautiful spectrum of cinnamon, chocolate, honey, and coffee. It is an affirming choice for building self-esteem and fostering a sense of belonging in a diverse world. Ideal for children ages 4 to 8, this story transforms a complex social concept into a celebration of sensory beauty and community connection.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The approach is entirely positive and affirming, with a hopeful resolution that celebrates the beauty of diversity.
Ideal Reader
A preschooler or early elementary student who is beginning to notice and comment on different skin tones. It is also a perfect fit for children in multiracial or adoptive families seeking mirrors of their own lived experience.
