  | Keyana loves her family Author: Tarpley, Natasha | |
| Price: $22.58 | ||
Summary:
Keyana's latest big idea is to have a backyard movie soiree for all her relatives; but when her twin cousins' fighting knocks over the projector, movie night seems heading for disaster--until Keyana comes up with an even better idea.
| Illustrator: | Pinkney Barlow, Charnelle |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (10/15/22)
Booklist (12/01/22)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 12/01/2022 Tarpley's pleasant, relatable text and Barlow's vivid soft-pastel illustrations combine here to create a heartwarming story about Keyana McGee, who is so excited to put on another one of her big ideas—a backyard movie soiree—that she loses sight of what it means to appreciate family and learns how to recover from unexpected challenges. As Keyana sets up her soiree, she wants to micromanage everything, from the backyard movie theater to every decorative detail. When her cousins' antics disrupt her vision, she is disappointed, but a heart-to-heart with her mom helps Keyana realize she was still successful in bringing her entire family together—and that imperfections are okay! This book is a beauty to behold, with each scene presenting several thoughtful details. Young readers starting to learn from mistakes or relinquish control over situations will benefit from Keyana's story, which serves as a reminder that plans gone awry are not failures and that regardless of how things turn out, it's important for loved ones to spend time together. - Copyright 2022 Booklist.
