Coupled with Sayada Ramdial’s bright and colorful artwork, Julie and the Mango Tree by Sadé Smith will have readers of all ages giggling—and craving a mango of their own!
Julie loves all kinds of fruit, but mangoes are her absolute favorite. One sticky summer afternoon, Julie goes to the big mango tree in her yard to ask for a snack.
But no matter how nicely she asks or how patient she tries to be, the tree just won’t drop a single sweet, juicy mango! Will Julie ever be able to convince the tree to let her have just a taste of her favorite treat?
BIO
Sadé Smith is a Canadian children's book author of Jamaican descent. Her books often involve food with colorful illustrations to capture the vibrancy and beauty of the Caribbean islands. In addition to writing, Sadé is also a design technologist who loves the beach and enjoys fruits. She is very passionate about literature and she writes books of representation for young readers. She is the author of Granny’s Kitchen and Julie and the Mango Tree.
REVIEWS
"Smith’s story is sweet and infused with joy. Filled with energy and movement, Ramdial’s expressive, vibrant images pop with color ... A mouthwatering reminder that everything is tastier when it’s shared." -- Kirkus Reviews
"Julie and the Mango Tree communicates the value of sharing with others and caring for your community. ... The story also portrays the value of patience, when Julie decides to wait until the tree is ready to drop her some fruit. This is a charming book that is sure to leave both kids and parents craving a juicy mango treat, while emphasizing that sharing really is caring." -- Quill & Quire
[H] Feiwel & Friends / August 08, 2023
0.34" H x 11.26" L x 8.84" W (0.83 lbs) 32 pages
For ages 4 to 8