Vashti Harrison

Vashti Harrison

  • 5 stars across 13 books
Vashti Harrison earned her MFA in Film/Video from CalArts and BA from the University of Virginia. Her experimental films and documentaries have shown around the world at film festivals. After a brief stint in television as a production coordinator, she is now a freelance graphic designer and a picture-book illustrator. She lives in Brooklyn, New York, USA.
26th February 2018

Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History

I made up my mind to try. I tried and I was successful. - Bessie Coleman Meet the little leaders. They'r... MoreLittle Leaders: Bold Women in Black History

(28 reviews) Review
2nd May 2019

Hair Love: Based on the Oscar-Winning Short Film

Based on the Oscar winning short film! It's up to Daddy to give his daughter an extra-special hair style in this story o... MoreHair Love: Based on the Oscar-Winning Short Film

(15 reviews) Review
21st November 2019

Little Leaders: Exceptional Men in Black History

'Athletes, especially black athletes, must use every resource at their command to right things that are wrong' -... MoreLittle Leaders: Exceptional Men in Black History

(13 reviews) Review
15th October 2019

Sulwe

The New York Times Number 1 Bestseller From Academy Award-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o comes a powerfu... MoreSulwe

(12 reviews) Review
2nd May 2013

Big!

A refreshingly simple book that celebrates growing up Up UP! Tim Hopgood's stylish illustrations bring this endeari... MoreBig!

(3 reviews) Review
25th June 2020

Cece Loves Science

Cece loves science! In this STEM-themed picture book, Cece asks one of life’s most pressing questions: Do dogs eat veget... MoreCece Loves Science

(1 review) Review
29th August 2023

Hair Love ABCs

This heartwarming alphabet board book is inspired by the Oscar-winning short film Hair Love, with new illustrations and ... MoreHair Love ABCs

(1 review) Review
16th October 2018

Dream Big, Little Leader

This perfect bedtime board book is guaranteed to inspire big dreamsDream big, little one.There's so much you can do.Just... MoreDream Big, Little Leader

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11th July 2019

Cece Loves Science and Adventure

“Smart girls, friendship, and fun: a winning combination.” —Kirkus“A wonderful book.” —School Library JournalCece loves ... MoreCece Loves Science and Adventure

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16th April 2020

Cece Loves Science: Push and Pull

Cece loves science! In this STEM-themed Level 3 I Can Read! title,Cece and her friend Isaac learn about the opposite for... MoreCece Loves Science: Push and Pull

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