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“Consider this one a great family connection book” – Betsy Bird, Librarian, @FuseEight Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3vDBHv2 FAMILY REUNION Written by Chad and Dad Richardson Illustrated by Ashleigh Corrin In this contemporary tale, a boy is reluctant to go to his family reunion, which he’s sure will be boring. Vivid, poetic language and rich illustrations bring readers along for the boy's emotional journey, as he ultimately finds himself enjoying the large and joyous gathering in spite of himself. This modern kid’s-eye view depiction of a Black American extended family celebrates the importance of kinship and intergenerational ties. ★ “This warm story highlights the tradition of African American family reunions, and Corrin’s loose, stylized illustrations capture both the love these extended family members share and their diversity in skin tone and hairstyle . . . A welcome book about the beauty of family, togetherness, and trying new things” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review “The joyful scenes, created digitally with a chalklike effect, are lively and welcoming and show the boy’s large family, comprised of a wonderful range of ages, body types, and shades of brown. An excellent choice for units on the family” – Booklist 🔔 Stay in touch! Connect with us on social media! 🔔 Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf_8ZTFvJeS8U60W8C8PGhA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barefootbooks/​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barefootbooks​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BarefootBooks