In her new children’s book, “When I Grow Up” (published by Xlibris), author Kathy Gueye promotes early learning through prose, color and creativity. Inspired by watching her son and his many hours engaged in imaginary play, Gueye crafts a story about a child who celebrates the infinite possibilities of imagination while learning.
Hoping to develop the knowledge of sounds and colors while sparking imagination for young readers, this book takes them on a journey in the life of a child who uses imagination to live through their dreams. Readers follow Tarik, a boy that represents children of all races. Tarik strives to reach for his dreams and uses his endless imagination to make his dreams become a reality.
“Imagination is the fruit of the learning tree, when bearing this fruit, all possibilities are endless,” the author points out. “You can become anything you want to be in life, if you can dream, you can achieve.”
Bundled with vivid illustrations and a charming narrative, “When I Grow Up” encourages both children and their parents to reach for their dreams and surround their selves with the infinite awesomeness found in imagination.
Purchase Your Copies of “When I Grow Up” by Kathy Gueye
Available in Print & E-Book | 24 pages | ISBN: 9781503525672
Printed Copies Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble
Available in Print & E-Book | 24 pages | ISBN: 9781503525672
Printed Copies Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble
About the Author
Kathy Wheeler Gueye was born and raised in Queens, N.Y. During her childhood years, she was greatly influenced by her love of reading, poetry, art, music and dance. She currently resides in Brooklyn, New York. She is a social worker who holds a Masters in social work from New York University. She has worked many years with children and families. For those who know her, she has always been creative and promotes the idea of infinite possibilities
About the Illustrator
Antoneal Griffiths was born in Jamaica, West Indies. His passion for art began in childhood and continues to this day. Throughout his life, he was greatly influenced by his father, Carl Griffiths, who was an avid photographer. Griffiths spent most of his childhood and currently resides in New Jersey. He attended West Side High School and East Orange High School where he perfected his craft, expanding his knowledge through various artistic genres.
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