The Black Book of Colors

The Black Book of Colors
Author: Menena Cottin
Publisher: Groundwood Books Ltd
Total Pages: 34
Release: 2008
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN:

In a story where the text appears in white letters on a black background, as well as in braille, and the illustrations are also raised on a black surface, Thomas describes how he recognizes different colors using various senses.

The Colors of Us

The Colors of Us
Author: Karen Katz
Publisher: Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
Total Pages: 19
Release: 2020-10-06
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1250811155

A positive and affirming look at skin color, from an artist's perspective. Seven-year-old Lena is going to paint a picture of herself. She wants to use brown paint for her skin. But when she and her mother take a walk through the neighborhood, Lena learns that brown comes in many different shades. Through the eyes of a little girl who begins to see her familiar world in a new way, this book celebrates the differences and similarities that connect all people. Karen Katz created The Colors of Us for her daughter, Lena, whom she and her husband adopted from Guatemala six years ago.

Counting Colors

Counting Colors
Author: Roger Priddy
Publisher: Macmillan
Total Pages: 46
Release: 2004-05
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780312492588

Presents basic colors and the numbers from one to ten in illustrations featuring various camouflaged objects.

John Derian Picture Book

John Derian Picture Book
Author: John Derian
Publisher: Artisan Books
Total Pages: 369
Release: 2016-10-04
Genre: Design
ISBN: 1579656471

New York Times Bestseller Named one of the Best Gift Books of the Year by Entertainment Weekly, InStyle, House Beautiful, T: The New York Times Style Magazine, Better Homes & Gardens, Luxe Interiors + Design, People StyleWatch, Garden & Gun, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Tribune, New York Magazine, and more John Derian’s home goods empire reaches far and wide—in addition to the four John Derian stores he owns in New York and Massachussetts, his products are sold by more than 600 retailers worldwide, including Neiman Marcus, ABC, and Gump’s in the United States; Conran and Liberty in the UK; and Astier de Villatte in Paris. It all started with his now-iconic collectible plates decoupaged with 19th-century artwork sourced from old and rare books, a process that credited him with elevating the decoupage technique into fine art. Over the past 25 years, the brand has expanded greatly to include home and general design gifts and products. Now, for the first time ever, comes the book John Derian fans have been waiting for. Culled from the thousands of images that have appeared in his biannual collections, here is an astoundingly beautiful assortment of nearly 300 full-bleed images in their original form. From intensely colored flowers and birds to curious portraits, hand-drawn letters, and breathtaking landscapes, the best of John Derian is here. The result is an oversized object of desire, a work of art in and of itself, that brilliantly walks the line between commerce and art, and that is destined to become the gift book of the season.

Changing Picture Book: Red Car, Green Car

Changing Picture Book: Red Car, Green Car
Author: Roger Priddy
Publisher: Priddy Books US
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-09-19
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780312521615

Red Car, Green Car is a surprise-packed, imaginative way for pre-schoolers to learn about color, with clever acetate pictures that change at the pull of a tab. Each double-page spread has illustrations of fun things associated with the color, and a playful, rhyming narrative that children will love to join in with. Then guess what color is coming next? Pull the tab and watch the color of the car magically change and reveal an unexpected driver. Kids will love deciding which color is their favorite, while learning exciting new vocabulary.

A World of Colors

A World of Colors
Author: Marie Houblon
Publisher: National Geographic Kids
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Color
ISBN: 9781426305566

Explores the relationships between real-world objects and their colors, illustrating that each color comes in many different shades and that familiar objects sometimes come in unexpected colors, such as green bananas.

More Than Peach (Bellen Woodard Original Picture Book)

More Than Peach (Bellen Woodard Original Picture Book)
Author: Bellen Woodard
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 45
Release: 2022-07-26
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1338840460

Penned by the very first Crayon Activist, Bellen Woodard, this picture book will tug at readers' heartstrings and inspire them to make a difference! When Bellen Woodard’s classmates referred to "the skin-color” crayon, in a school and classroom she had always loved, she knew just how important it was that everyone understood that “skin can be any number of beautiful colors.” This stunning picture book spreads Bellen’s message of inclusivity, empowerment, and the importance of inspiring the next generation of leaders. Bellen created the More Than Peach Project and crayons with every single kid in mind to transform the crayon industry and grow the way we see our world. And Bellen has done just that! This moving book includes back matter about becoming a leader and improving your community just like Bellen. Her wisdom and self- confidence are sure to encourage any young reader looking to use their voice to make even great spaces better!

Green Is a Chile Pepper

Green Is a Chile Pepper
Author: Roseanne Greenfield Thong
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 39
Release: 2014-02-18
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1452136068

Pura Belpré Award, Illustrator Honor Latino Book Award, Winner Green is a chile pepper, spicy and hot. Green is cilantro inside our pot. In this lively picture book, children discover a world of colors all around them: red is spices and swirling skirts, yellow is masa, tortillas, and sweet corn cake. Many of the featured objects are Latino in origin, and all are universal in appeal. With rich, boisterous illustrations, a fun-to-read rhyming text, and an informative glossary, this playful concept book will reinforce the colors found in every child's day! Plus, this is the fixed format version, which will look almost identical to the print version. Additionally for devices that support audio, this ebook includes a read-along setting.

I Color Myself Different

I Color Myself Different
Author: Colin Kaepernick
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2022-04-05
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1338789635

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER An inspiring story of identity and self-esteem from celebrated athlete and activist Colin Kaepernick. When Colin Kaepernick was five years old, he was given a simple school assignment: draw a picture of yourself and your family. What young Colin does next with his brown crayon changes his whole world and worldview, providing a valuable lesson on embracing and celebrating his Black identity through the power of radical self-love and knowing your inherent worth. I Color Myself Different is a joyful ode to Black and Brown lives based on real events in young Colin's life that is perfect for every reader's bookshelf. It's a story of self-discovery, staying true to one's self, and advocating for change... even when you're very little!