Little Lion Goes to School by Kellie Magnus

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Little Lion Goes to School was written by Kellie, she received her undergraduate degree from Harvard University and an MBA in Entertainment and Media Management from Columbia University. In addition to writing and publishing children's books she writes feature articles on Caribbean entertainment and media. Publications for which she has written include The Daily News (New York City), The Jamaica Weekly Gleaner (New York City), Caribbean Beat (BWIA In-flight magazine), and The Ticket (Trinidad). [1]

Summary

Little Lion Goes to School tells the story of a young Rastafarian boy struggling to fit in at a new school where the children tease him for being poor and different. With his father’s help he learns to value who he is, not what he possesses, and that what makes him different also makes him special. The book is written in rhyme and is meant for children 8 and under. Little Lion Goes to School is the first in a series that will follow the young Rastafarian through his adventures growing up in the Caribbean. While the book is set in the Caribbean, its themes and message are appropriate for children of all ethnicities. [2]

Pros

The story and the art were really well done and the children could definitely relate to it. [3]

Prof. The Hon. Rex Nettleford. Vice Chancellor, University of the West Indies explained his thought about this book, he said that Little Lion sends a message that is badly needed in this world where children are intimidated by possessions. It is handled with a real understanding of the parent who recognizes the fears of a child and who can guide the child to be proud of what he has. A childrens book that teaches while it entertains. We need more of this kind of writing. [4]

References

  1. Kellie Magnus. Retrieved January 17th, 2021
  2. [https://aalbc.com/books/bookinfo.php?isbn13=9780974421100 Little Lion Goes to School by Kellie Magnus]. Retrieved January 17th, 2021
  3. Little Lion Goes To School. Retrieved January 17th, 2021
  4. Little Lion Goes to School – Jamaican Book. Retrieved January 17th, 2021