NATASHA TRIPPLETT
Allrecipes.com
Natasha Tripplett is one of the featured children's book authors in a recent Allrecipes article celebrating the stories, traditions, and recipes that make Juneteenth meaningful. Her award-winning picture book, JUNETEENTH IS, is highlighted alongside her family's beloved baked macaroni and cheese recipe, illustrating how food, history, and storytelling come together to honor freedom, family, and community.
Book Buzz
JUNETEENTH IS wins the 2024 Mirrors and Windows: Excellence in Children's Literature Golden Poppy Award.
Praise for THE BLUE PICKUP
A love letter to hard work and shared legacy. — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
A vibrant celebration of intergenerational connection, community, and the joy of a spin around the neighborhood, this cheerful picture book also has a sweet message about holding tight to old items and traditions, recognizing that everyday wear and tear (of both things and people) means a life well lived. — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
[A]n affectionate intergenerational story about “the importance of taking care of old and forgotten things” as well as learning “just the right tools” to move forward. — Publishers Weekly
In Tripplett’s charming debut picture book, [this] warm intergenerational friendship shows that a purposeful partnership can revitalize treasured memories as well as machines. — Booklist
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Praise for JUNETEENTH IS
“This story strikes a balance between the celebratory aspects of the holiday and its historical origins. The strength of family and the power of community come through clearly.” ― Kirkus Reviews
“This story offers a poignant and deeply meaningful look at the holiday through the eyes of one extended family. Tripplett’s text is a heartfelt ode to the holiday… O’Brien’s smooth, emotion-packed illustrations are the perfect counterpart, uplifting the text and sharing a story of their own.”
― School Library Journal