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Magnificent Homespun Brown: A Celebration by Samara Cole Doyon

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pagesofpins's review against another edition

4.0

LOVE the illustrations. I think the poem is more suited to parents than kids in many ways, but still a nice family read.

the_knitting_librarian's review against another edition

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3.0

beautiful book; advanced vocabulary so it's a "read-to-me" book, and I think the younger kids may get lost in the words and the message would fall flat.

dawnoftheread's review against another edition

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5.0

This is a super delightful picture book. It’s got a great representation in multiple ways, and it’s just so sweet and positive and loving. One of my favorite picture books of the year, so far.

crystalisreading's review against another edition

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inspiring lighthearted relaxing

Plot- or character-driven? N/A
Strong character development? N/A
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

4.0

Magnificent Homespun Brown is a vibrant and dynamic picture book, full of exuberant, colorful art depicting Black joy. The book's text is a poem celebrating the many beautiful ways that Black children can look, live, and celebrate. There is delightful diverse Black representation illustrated throughout the book, from disability to religion to skin tones, with a diverse crew of Black adults supporting the children's joy. This is a book best originally read by, or at least with an adult, as some of the language is a bit aspirational for children reading picture books. Magnificent Homespun Brown is a joy to read and an important celebration of the beauty of Black and brown skin.

Thank you to #NetGalley and Tilbury House Publishers for sharing an #advancecopy of #MagnificentHomespunBrown

pib003's review against another edition

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4.0

Very poetic. Everyday diversity, VOCABULARY.

ruthailuj's review against another edition

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5.0

I really enjoyed this book! From the lovely, warm illustrations to the poetry of the words. Look & be taken in by the whimsy & comfort of each image & each word!
This is a celebration of the self, what joy this young person finds in their own skin! Read & celebrate!