Description: Zuri Ray is back! And this time, she's got a party to plan. With summer coming to an end, a backyard bash is an absolute must, and Zuri's not letting her parents' questionable tastes anywhere near the details. The food, the decorations, the entertainment--everything has to be perfect. Good thing her friends are ready to help! But when the party doesn't go exactly according to plan, will Zuri be able to let loose and improvise? Or will the chaos be too much to handle?
Brief description:
Tami Charles is a former teacher and full-time author of picture books, nonfiction, middle grade, and young adult novels. As a teacher, she made it her mission to introduce her students to all types of literature, particularly diverse books. Doing so reignited Tami's passion for writing and childhood dream of becoming an author. She lives in New Jersey with her family.
Review Quotes:
"The vibrant, animated illustrations are great fun. An excellent story of initiative, planning, and what to do when plans go awry; highly recommended." - School Library Journal
"Sordo's colorful, digitally created illustrations portray a loving, diverse community of friends and family. A well-told story featuring creative kids who excel at fashioning their own fun." - Kirkus Reviews