Author, illustrator Vashti Harrison wants the word 'big' to empower kids
Harrison talked with the Chronicle about her latest book and why she dedicates her work to empowering children.
Q:"Big" is a beautiful picture book about self esteem and self worth, especially for Black girls. It challenges body-image issues and stereotypes that many girls face. How did it come about?I wanted to speak to the side of myself on what it felt like to be a little kid. What did I like. What did I love? What did I need? So this is the story of this little girl experiencing these really big feelings.
Q: Given that your books celebrate the Black experience, history and culture, what are your thoughts about the current book bans?I've illustrated books that have been on these lists to be banned across the country, and it's upsetting. My messages in my books are universal, and they can benefit all readers. Some of the books that I remember the most as a child, I only had access to at school. These were books about kindness, facing fears and loving one another.
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