The Spark in You -- Andrea Pippins

<b>This jubilant picture book filled with powerful affirmations celebrates the beautiful magic that makes each of us special. This is the perfect heartfelt gift for a birthday, graduation or other new beginnings.</b> <p/>There is a spark in <i>you!</i> <p/>The spark in you shines when you smile. It sparkles when you dance. It glimmers and shimmers, zings, and pops! Your spark is festive and joyous and burns brightest when you are authentically being <i>you</i>. <p/>Set against the vibrant backdrop of Carnival, <b> </b>a little girl uses all her creative energy to get ready for the big parade. Through the eyes of this vibrant character, the story celebrates individual expression and creativity as well as the explosion of light, color, and flavor of the festival. <p/>Leaning into her Brazilian heritage, creator Andrea Pippins<i> </i>shares a window into the world of a young girl as she joins in the excitement of the parade. The spare text leaves room for the striking artwork to shine in a powerful display of community, individuality, and spirit.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Andrea Pippins<br><b>Publisher:</b> Random House Studio<br><b>Published:</b> 01/09/2024<br><b>Pages:</b> 40<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 1.10lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 11.10h x 9.30w x 0.50d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780593380093<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Publishers Weekly</i> 11/06/2023<br><i>School Library Journal</i> 12/01/2023 pg. 67<br><i>Kirkus Reviews</i> 1