Frankie and Friends: Breaking News
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.
# of Pages: 80
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2024
Publisher: Walker Books US
Language: en
ISBN: 9781536237948
Christine Platt, also known as The Afrominimalist, is an author, advocate, and storyteller. She holds a B.A. in Africana Studies from the University of South Florida, an M.A. in African and African American Studies from The Ohio State University, and a J.D. from Stetson University College of Law. Christine is the founder of The Afrominimalist, a platform focused on intentional living and social justice, and the host of the critically acclaimed podcast, The Afrominimalist. She is also the author of the acclaimed children's book, The Afrominimalist's Guide to Living with Less. In her latest work, Frankie and Friends: Breaking News, co-written with illustrator Alea Marley, Christine shares an important message about the power of friendship and standing up for what is right.