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Desert Flowers
Author: Jairo BuitragoIllustrator: Manuel MonroyAgainst the beautiful backdrop of the Mexican desert, a Latine Grandmother and her two granddaughters celebrate her birthday surrounded by life in all its wonderful forms. From flowers blooming in the desert to the smallest details of the landscape, there is wonder everywhere they look. Peaceful, thoughtful and beautifully illustrated, this picture book is an ode to nature, togetherness and mindfulness, encouraging us to notice, appreciate and feel awe for the natural world around us.
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- Jairo Buitrago is an award-winning author
- Manuel Monroy is a multi-award-winning illustrator
- Own Voice
- Black/brown representation
- Single parent
- Female lead
- Class/socio-economic diversity