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Frankie and Friends: Breaking News

by Christine Platt and Alea Marley
Hardback
Age range: 5 to 8 years old Publication Date: 10/10/2023

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In a charming new chapter-book series by a social-change advocate, young Frankie emulates her journalist mama by reporting on household news with the help of her sister and an unlikely news crew.

Frankie's mama is leaving to cover a breaking news story. Frankie, Papa, and Frankie's teenage sister, Raven, are all proud of Mama, even though they miss her when she's away. But Frankie has a great idea: she can make her own news show! After all, Mama has told her that news is happening around her all the time. With a little assistance from her friends--including her doll Farrah, Robert the toy robot, and her tabby cat, Nina Simone--Frankie prepares for her first "broadcast." And when she hears someone crying in the house, she knows that's the developing story she must cover. With humor, empathy, and imagination, Frankie gets the scoop--and learns that even mature older sisters can miss Mama sometimes. With sweet illustrations throughout, this engaging new series embraces communication and compassion and is a refreshing portrayal of Black women in journalism. Young reporters will learn the terms of the trade, which are clearly presented in the text and reinforced in a glossary at the end of the book.

ISBN:
9781536222098
9781536222098
Category:
General fiction (Children's / Teenage)
Age range:
5 to 8 years old
Format:
Hardback
Publication Date:
10-10-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
Candlewick Press
Country of origin:
United States
Dimensions (mm):
236.47x162.05x12.7mm
Weight:
0.38kg
Christine Platt

Christine Platt is a modern-day Renaissance woman. From serving as an advocate for policy reform to using the power of storytelling as a tool for social change, Christine’s work reflects her practice of living with intention. She holds a BA in Africana studies, MA in African American studies, and a JD in general law. Christine has written over two dozen literary works for people of all ages. When she’s not writing, Christine spends her time curating The Afrominimalist—a creative platform chronicling her journey to minimalism.

Alea Marley

Alea Marley is a children's illustrator living and working in England. She is the illustrator of Loretta's Gift.

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