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Keisha Jones Takes on the World
Author: Natalie DennyIllustrator: Chanté TimothyInspired by Great Aunt Bee, Keisha becomes an activist when she discovers that female rabbits cost less than males! Exploring themes of gender, inequality, activism and female role models, this chapter book encourages speaking out against prejudice. References to Keisha’s heritage are included within the text and imagery.
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- Natalie Denny is the director of Skywriters
- Northern Power Women Awards: One to Watch
- Chanté Timothy is Pathways into Publishing Alumni
- Chanté Timothy is an award-winning illustrator
- Own Voice
- Black representation
- Diverse cast
- Challenges gender stereotypes
- Female lead