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Keyana Loves Her Family by Natasha Tarpley, Natasha Tarpley, Charnelle Pinkney Barlow
5.0
emotional lighthearted fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Plot
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

Disclaimer: I received this finished copy from the publisher. Thanks! All opinions are my own.

Book: Keyana Loves Her Family

Author: Natasha Anatasia Tarpley and Charnelle Pinkney Barlow

Book Series: Standalone

Rating: 5/5

Diversity: Black American MC and characters

Recommended For...: children’s readers, picture book, family

Publication Date: December 13, 2022

Genre: Children’s Picture Book

Age Relevance: 0+ (asking for help, family bonds)

Explanation of Above: It’s suitable for children as young as whatever you see fit. The book discusses family bonds and helping each other out.

Publisher: Little Brown Books for Young Readers

Pages: 40

Synopsis: Keyana’s always full of big ideas. Her latest and greatest plan is to host a perfect family movie night. From aunts to uncles to her five favorite cousins, everyone is invited! She knows the best way to impress her guests is with a fabulous soiree, and there’s a lot on her to-do list. But when the night doesn’t go as planned, she’ll have to rely on a little help from the people she loves most.

Review: I thought this was a super cute book that focused on family and the bonds that exist to help each other out. During the event that Keyana has specially planned, things go array and she has to learn to rely on others for help. I think this is a very good book for young children to learn that they don’t always need to learn how to perfect something 100%. Sometimes everyone, even grownups, needs help and you shouldn’t ever be ashamed to ask for it.

Verdict: I loved it so much! Highly recommend!