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Vashti Harrison

Sulwe Hardcover – Picture Book, October 15, 2019

by Lupita Nyong'o (Author), Vashti Harrison (Illustrator)

4,965 ratings

A New York Times bestseller!
Featured in its own episode in the Netflix original show Bookmarks: Celebrating Black Voices!
Recipient of a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Award
Recipient of an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Children’s Literary Work

From Academy Award–winning actress Lupita Nyong’o comes a powerful, moving picture book about colorism, self-esteem, and learning that true beauty comes from within.

Sulwe has skin the color of midnight. She is darker than everyone in her family. She is darker than anyone in her school. Sulwe just wants to be beautiful and bright, like her mother and sister. Then a magical journey in the night sky opens her eyes and changes everything.

In this stunning debut picture book, actress Lupita Nyong’o creates a whimsical and heartwarming story to inspire children to see their own unique beauty.

Reading age

4 - 8 years
Print length

48 pages
Language

English
Grade level

Preschool - 3
Lexile measure

AD580L
Dimensions

9 x 0.5 x 11.38 inches
Publisher

Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
Publication date

October 15, 2019
ISBN-10

1534425365
ISBN-13

978-1534425361
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Review

"A thoughtfully layered text and powerful illustrations address this sensitive topic [of colorism] in a uniquely nurturing way." ― Kirkus Reviews, starred review

*"By turns beguiling (as when Sulwe’s mother counsels her tearful daughter) and magical (a shooting star darts into Sulwe’s room to share the story of Night and Day), the volume also clearly conveys that colorism is real, and it hurts. Sulwe’s story confronts it head-on, with words and images that celebrate the 'dark and beautiful, bright and strong.'" ― Publishers Weekly, starred review

"A welcome celebration of Black girls, an important lesson for all kids (and grownups), and a necessary message for any child who has been made to feel unworthy of love on account of their looks." ― Booklist

About the Author

Lupita Nyong’o is a Kenyan actress and producer. Her first feature film role was in the film 12 Years a Slave, for which she received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress as well as multiple accolades, including the Screen Actors Guild Award, the Critics’ Choice Award, the Independent Spirit Award, and the NAACP Award. She has since starred in Mira Nair’s Queen of Katwe, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Ryan Coogler’s record-breaking box office hit Black Panther, and most recently in Jordan’s Peele’s critically acclaimed horror film Us. Nyong’o earned a Tony nomination for her Broadway debut in Danai Gurira’s play Eclipsed. She lives in Brooklyn.

Vashti Harrison, author and illustrator of the bestselling Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History, is an artist, author, and filmmaker with a passion for storytelling. She earned her MFA in film and video from California Institute of the Arts, where she snuck into animation and illustration classes to learn from Disney and DreamWorks legends. There she rekindled a love for drawing and painting. Now she uses her love for both film and illustration to craft beautiful stories for children.

Product details

Publisher : Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers; Illustrated edition (October 15, 2019)
Language : English
Hardcover : 48 pages
ISBN-10 : 1534425365
ISBN-13 : 978-1534425361
Reading age : 4 - 8 years
Lexile measure : AD580L
Grade level : Preschool - 3
Item Weight : 1.2 pounds
Dimensions : 9 x 0.5 x 11.38 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #721 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #5 in Children's Multigenerational Family Life
- #6 in Children's Black & African American Story Books
- #23 in Children's Self-Esteem Books

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Gardner's

So beautiful

Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2020

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Wow what a beautiful book. I’m a father of 3 little girls and it put me in tears! So beautifully written and illustrated

139 people found this helpful

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Chevy

Beautifully written

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2019

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This book is beautifully written and illustrated. Little Sulwe tackles her self love and worth. Sulwe is trying to figure out “why” she is the color of midnight? This book brings up colorism in the black community. This is definitely a conversation starter in the Black home.

117 people found this helpful

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Star Copeland

A Joyful Read

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2019

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I personally experienced this in my community I identified strongly with Sulwe. I am 72 years old, yet I still remember the pain of feeling different for my thinnest, my height and my darker complexion. My sister who was a year older with a thicker figure and a lighter complexion teased me often about it. I learned to not be upset with others since she criticized me so much! This is a great book for kids to read. The knowledge of this book will empower them!

89 people found this helpful

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ssneed01

Beautiful Story of Self-Esteem

Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2019

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I really enjoyed this book. I’m also glad that Lupita graced the world with her midnight beauty. This is a great book for all children of color ranging from day to night.

66 people found this helpful

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Alicia Elle

What a beautiful read

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2019

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What an amazing read! We love Sulwe so much! The only downside is there’s no sweet sweet Sulwe doll to hug. “I just want to hug her momma. She’s so beautiful and so sad.” Although the ending leaves Sulwe with a big gorgeous smile my daughter still has the urge to hug her! So beautiful!

58 people found this helpful

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Cheryl H.

An Amazing Book about Self-Acceptance, Developing Positive Self-Esteem, and Respecting Diversity!

Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2019

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Thank you so much for this book. I love it! This book is a great for teaching children self-acceptance, developing positive self-esteem, and respecting diversity. I am a kindergarten teacher and I can't wait to share this book with my class. I love the picture of Lupita Nyong'o on the back cover. It allows children of color, especially with darker skin tones, to see that there are great authors that look just like them. Again, thank you for making a difference in the lives of children.

49 people found this helpful

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teeJay

It’s a must have book, but the cover is very delicate

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2019

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I love the book and the message behind it. I got teased for being darker and I wish I had a book like this when I was younger. I am raising two little black girls and I am looking forward to reading this to them.

Minus one star because although the cover is extremely beautiful, it easily tore. The cover rubbed up against something and the bottom of it tore already. I wasn’t tough or anything. The cover is not glued on or anything. It can be removed from the book which I don’t like.

Other than that it’s a great book.

32 people found this helpful

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Meremere

Moonlight and Shadows

Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2019

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This story is beautifully told and illustrated, and a pleasing first book from Lupita Nyong'o. This is a must read to any child that has doubted themselves or their worth because of how they looked, especially those with darker complexions.

Sisters Day and Night once friends become separated, after Dark hears hurtful words. But when the days become too long, Dark is needed to create balance, and the people realize her beauty and importance. Night and Day find a unique way to share with each other during their respective hours.

Part fantasy, part adventure, this is a beautiful book about self discovery.

25 people found this helpful

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Read before you let your child read it.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 15, 2020

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I really really wanted to love the story.... I don’t and I’m probably the only one in the whole world. Positives: The pictures are beautiful.

I bought the book for my daughter. I was so exited about the book I did not even read it on my own before hand. So I started to read the story to her and I had to stop. I felt that the book could create issue where there are non. My daughter is not very dark but she is the only black child at her nursery and inevitably we shall tackle colour and race. Sulwe’s story is sad but i would feel that it would be geared to older / pre teen to adults.....

37 people found this helpful

Bshuga

Wonderful book!!!!!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 27, 2019

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An excellent book! It made me cry because as a dark skinned girl I was made to feel bad about my complexion and I grew up feeling ugly. This book has captured my struggle and my triumph in finally seeing the beauty in my dark skin. Thank you Lupita for this book. It’s a book that I will cherish forever.

26 people found this helpful

Andrew Cruze

Exquisite and heartfelt

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 15, 2019

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Just arrived and it was worth the wait. Exquisitely drawn and beautifully written. It's heart felt and a perfect gift for any child but especially those who can truly relate to the story. There's a lack of media and toys for children of colour but this book will hopefully see that change.

13 people found this helpful

Albert

Love who you are no matter how diffrent you may be!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 19, 2019

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Pre-ordered as soon as it was available to buy, the premise and story behind why Lupita decide to make this book was enough for me to go out and buy a copy through Amazon. It really is a wonderful story that's so many kids growing up today can relate to and also grown ups/adults who've passed through a similar phase as a child. The illustrations compliment the story creating a wonderful balance between narrative and artwork bringing the story alive in a beautiful way! I thoroughly enjoyed the books message and really commend Lupita on her first ever book! Definitely worth buying.

5 people found this helpful

bevvi

It's great to be black

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 25, 2019

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Lovely positive read
Bought as a collectors item for myself. I'm 59.
Should any grandchildren come along in the future this will definitely be shared
Love thevski you're in x

7 people found this helpful

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