In Your Hands, by Carole Boston Weatherford

In Your Hands, by Carole Boston Weatherford, Brian Pinkney (Illustrator)

Caldecott Honor-winner Carole Boston Weatherford (Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom, Freedom in Congo Square) writes from the perspective of a new mother reflecting on her hopes and dreams for her newborn son. This moving preschool-level book—with pastel watercolors by Brian Pinkney—is one that will be cherished by children and adults alike

A black mother expresses the many hopes and dreams she has for her child in this powerful picture book masterpiece that’s perfect for gift-giving.  Ages 4-8

When you are a newborn,

I hold your hand and study your face.

I cradle you as you drift to sleep.

But I know that I will not always

hold your hand;

not the older you get.

Then, I will hold you in my heart

And hope that God holds you in his hands. 

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