FICTION

Hey, Baby Girl!

by Andrea Davis Pinkney (text) & illus. by Brian Pinkney
Scholastic/Cartwheel. (Bright Brown Baby). Oct. 2023. 16p. Board $8.99. ISBN 9781338672435.
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Baby-Toddler–A follow-up to Baby Boy, You Are a Star! this title makes it clear that caregivers, particularly those tending to young black and brown baby girls, have a duty to fill their child with confidence, determination, and “yes-you-can.” Pinkney’s illustrations feature swirling colors highlighting the faces of these small endearing infants and growing children while the text affirms all the wonderful things that babies are and can be.
VERDICT Highly recommended for all collections to shine and celebrate—but not limited to—beautiful brown girls.
Reviewed by John Scott , Sep 01, 2023

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