A fun, lively story of Black family and cousin culture that celebrates
individuality and embraces differences.
One of the New York Public Library's Best Books for Kids in 2021!
Nominated, Bank Street College of Education's 2022 Irma S. Black
Award
"This endearing picture book from Shanté (The Noisy Classroom, 2020)
is a beautiful ode to Black families and the bond cousins have. . .
Shanté's love letter to Black families and the typical relationship
Black children have with their cousins is smartly complemented by
Morris' bold, vivid illustrations of the cousins' summer antics, often
from the main character's perspective. This story about wanting to feel
included will be a storytime must!"
--Booklist
"An adorable book about being true to yourself and the joys of family,
especially cousins."
--Kirkus Reviews
"Layered, collage-style art by Morris features rounded panels and
centers warm relationships. Shanté aptly portrays the experiences of a
young city denizen, peppering the family-centered tale with resonant
cultural details."
--Publishers Weekly
Fitting in can be hard, but standing out isn't easy either!
Every summer a young girl eagerly waits for her cousins to come visit
and celebrate her birthday. All her cousins are unique in their own ways
and have earned cool nicknames for themselves... except for the girl.
But this year things are going to be different. This year before summer
ends, she's determined to earn her own nickname!
Filled with warmth, love, and laughter, When My Cousins Come to Town
brings all the energy and love of a big family to prove that you don't
need to be anyone else to be special--just the way you are is exactly
right!
