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3+years

Colour and Me!

Author and illustrator: Michaela Dias-Hayes

A young girl enjoys finger painting and mixing the paints to create a kaleidoscope of different colours. As she goes through each colour she is reminded of the roles each plays in her own memories and associations. The story ends with a consideration and celebration of her skin tone.

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  • Black representation
  • Diverse cast
  • Female lead
  • Own Voice