How do you help the people around you shine? Once upon a time, a little girl grew up in Puerto Rico with a very special superpower: she knew exactly how to make everyone around her feel brilliant. By listening closely, understanding deeply, and working hard, she brought out the hidden beauty in every single person she met. Inspired by the real-life story of Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor’s mother, this beautiful book is all about finding your own inner glow. You do not need magic to light up the world—you just need kindness and a big heart. Discover how helping your friends and family shine makes the whole world a brighter, warmer place. Get ready to find your spark and share it!
6-8 Years
41 Pages
The shake-shake of maracas vibrates down to your toes as you join Belle and her Ti Gran in the kitchen. Every year, Haitians around the world ring in the new year by eating a special meal called Freedom Soup. This tradition dates all the way back to the Haitian Revolution, and this year, it is Belle's turn to learn the family recipe.
Together, grandmother and granddaughter dance and clap while preparing the holiday feast. As they chop and stir, Ti Gran shares the rich history of the soup, the roots of their family, and the triumphant story of Haiti's independence.
This beautiful celebration of cultural traditions shows how stories are passed from one generation to the next. Lyrical text and vibrant illustrations bring history to life, offering a sensory experience that readers will savor to the very last drop.
6-8 Years
35 Pages
