Super Star Children's Book Reviews: Fly

Welcome to the monthly children’s book review feature here at Bird Meets Worm! My team of reviewers—Joan Charles, Laurie L. Young—and I are thrilled to pieces to be celebrating an exciting variety of gorgeous children’s books across all genres that delight, challenge and intrigue! Here at Bird Meets Worm we believe the world is a better, happier, more empathetic place for you and me and everyone when we connect through the magic of storytelling. Look for a new review on the second Wednesday of every month.

FLY
Written by Brittany J. Thurman • Illustrated by Anna Cunha
Picture Book (ages 3-8) • 40 pages
Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books • 2022
ISBN 978-1-534-45487-3

When Africa decides to enter a Double Dutch competition, everyone in her family is astonished. Even when her brother points out (as brothers do) that she doesn’t actually know how to Double Dutch, it just strengthens Africa’s conviction that she has what it takes to show the world what she’s made of.

With a little help from her friends, a deep connection to her Double Dutch champion grandmother and her own fierce determination, Africa truly learns to fly in this uplifting and empowering story.

This sweet picture book is a joy to look at. The playful illustrations are rendered in bright, saturated colors that pulse with the joy of learning new skills and gaining confidence.

The quiet power of this story makes it one to treasure and to visit again and again.

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Reviewed by: Joan Charles