A joyful Carnival book for kids ages 3-7 about the power of community, with vibrant illustrations and special back matter about traditional holiday celebrations all around the world. Join Kayla, Mommy, and Granny as they get ready for Carnival, the biggest party of the year! It’s Carnival day, and Kayla is SO excited! She helps Granny cook, and she waits patiently as Mommy puts colorful beads in her hair. But when Kayla gets dressed in her glittery, colorful costume and starts to dance around the house, she accidentally rips the material. Mommy and Granny try to fix it, but it’s still not quite right. At the celebration, Kayla asks for help from the other mas bands (celebrants in elaborate costumes). This colorful, inspiring celebration of carnival includes back matter on carnival celebrations in different parts of the world. A joyful celebration of courage, ancestry, community, and the most vibrant event of the year

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Donette Williams-Harry enjoys diving deep into her imagination through reading and writing stories. Born in London of Caribbean descent, she is passionate about aiding great diversity in children’s books, encouraging all children to think outside of the box.

Amélie-Anne Calmo is a Martinican illustrator. Sympathetic to activist causes, she believes that representation is essential for empowerment, especially among the younger generation. She aims to contribute to the influence of Afro-Caribbean culture and highlights diversity through gentle and colorful illustrations.

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Carly excitedly gets ready for Carnival, but is upset when her dress rips, until other mas bands help. Includes back matter on carnival celebrations in different parts of the world.