Layla's Happiness Asian And just as Nell’s tree

And just as Nell’s tree grows and thrives with her love and care

Nia listens to her inner voice and unleashes her creative gifts that change the world

Interest Level: Upper Grade

there are so many inspirational women in Black history

this book beautifully illustrates how hip-hop is a language spoken the whole world 'round

Layla's Happiness Asian And just as Nell’s tree? 2020 Ezra Jack Keats Award Winner for Illustration ? 2020 Ezra Jack Keats Honor for Writing ? A Bank Street College of Education Best Childrens Book of 2020 "Affirmations of black childhood abound, and whimsical wishes float like dandelion fluff. Equally as imaginative as the lyrical text, Corrins boldly colored, textured illustrations beautifully capture the buoyant spirit of Layla, a brown girl exuding confidence, comfortable in her own