Little Black Girl

Oh, the Things You Can Do!

By: Kirby Howell-Baptiste

Narrated by: Kirby Howell-Baptiste

An empowering and joyous picture book by actress Kirby Howell-Baptiste (The Sandman) that instills confidence and encourages little Black girls to reach for their wildest dreams, adapted for audio.

This inspiring audiobook celebrates all little Black girls, the power of community, and the joy and hope of being a child.

In beautiful, lyrical text actress Kirby Howell-Baptiste tells the story of one Black girl and her limitless potential as she pursues her dream of robotics. Determined to have her robot ready for the school fair, getting everything done in time won’t be easy, but this little Black girl knows she is destined to shine and is not going to let anything hold her back from achieving her dream. With bright, bold plans in mind she begins to sketch and build her robot. The joy she has pursuing her passion is infectious and she has a community of strong women around her, encouraging and supporting her as she lives out her dream.

You have sparks in your brain and fire in your heart.
You can decide where to stop and where to start.
You were born unique. None of us are the same.
Your only job: Make them remember your name.

Critic reviews

Praise for Little Black Girl:

★ “This poetic story is a love letter to every little Black girl who has ever felt left out from the world around her. Throughout the book, readers are reminded of just how unique and important they are, even if they are not always able to recognize that truth themselves. . . Digitally rendered illustrations are filled with intricate color and shading, and readers will be inspired to discuss the images as the story progresses. VERDICT This uplifting, approachable book offers unlimited encouragement to children of all ages to believe in themselves and relentlessly chase their beautiful dreams.” —School Library Journal, starred review

“Inspirational. . . [with] a dreamlike quality to the art . . . A stirring story about a Black girl learning to celebrate her own uniqueness.” —Kirkus

A Book For All Our Black Mothers Women & Daughters

Finally a book that articulates what black mothers have always said, at the same time encouraging black women to forge ahead on the path of their calling, while inspiring the next generation of shooting stars to go far. The past the present and our future all in the same. YOUR JOB IS TO MAKE SURE THEY REMEMBER YOUR NAME.

Very Inspiring

This was a beautiful ode to little Black girls. There are so many Black children who do not have anyone to teach them and instill self confidence. Children who may feel left out or different because they may dream a different dream. Well this story speaks to all of these attributes into little Black girls. It perfectly emphasizes the importance of proudness, strength, courage, and staying true to themselves. It was an insightful, inspiring and meaningful poem encouraging Black girls that they can become anyone and do anything they dream, to never allow anyone to discourage that dream and for a child to hear these uplifting words, it would give them courage and determination that could change their lives forever.

As an adult, I felt empowered listening to these inspirational words and would encourage parents, teachers and anyone who loves a child, to listen to this with their children because it is essential that little Black children learn how uniquely special and important they truly are.