Description: "For Moses, Harlem couldn't be any more different than the Texas he moved away from, and his only friends are his dog, Lotus-May, and his bird, JoJo. But, when Moses is asked to help his new neighbor Laila deliver jars of honey to the people of Harlem, he finally gets the chance to make new friends and see the places and feel the magic of this bustling neighborhood."--Provided by publisher.
Brief description:
Ebony Glenn is an Atlanta-based illustrator who enjoys bringing stories to life with whimsical illustrations. Ebony is the illustrator of Mommy's Khimar, written by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow; Speak Up, written by Miranda Paul; Flying High and Brave Ballerina, written by Michelle Meadows; and Red Shoes, written by Karen English. You can visit her at ebonyglenn.com.
Review Quotes:
"A heartwarming tale that beautifully blends family, community, and the discovery of home...This book celebrates culture, connection, and the universal journey of finding where one belongs. It is an inspiring, enjoyable story that will resonate long after the last page"--School and Library Journal - School Library Journal
"Hall (the Jordan Manning series, for adults) makes her picture book debut with a heartwarming tribute to a beloved N.Y.C. neighborhood." - Publishers Weekly
"In author and TV personality Hall's picture-book debut, a young New York City transplant adjusts to his new community... His enthusiasm is infectious; young readers will be equally charmed by his new neighborhood... A youthful love letter to a historically significant neighborhood. (all about Harlem, fun facts, famous residents, sources.)" - Kirkus Reviews