Our Story Starts in Africa: A Picture Book

Award-winning writer Patrice Lawrence’s picture book Our Story Starts in Africa is a sensitively told story of Black history from its very ancient origins to its dynamic future, vibrantly illustrated by Jeanetta Gonzales.

“An informative, visually rich picture book that personalizes African history and entices readers to learn more.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

When Paloma goes to visit her family in Trinidad, she doesn’t feel that she fits in. But Tante Janet has a story to tell her:...