Going Down Home with Daddy

AUTHOR: Kelly Starling Lyons
ILLUSTRATOR: Daniel Minter

From the Publisher:

A 2020 CALDECOTT HONOR BOOK

Set at one young boy’s annual family reunion, this Caldecott Honor-winning picture book by Kelly Starling Lyons and Daniel Minter is a rich and moving celebration of Black history, culture, and the power of family traditions.

Kirkus Reviews Best Books of the Year
School Library Journal Best Books of the Year
Best Children’s Books of the Year ―Bank Street College of Education
Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book ―Chicago Public Library

★“A warm, loving, necessary reminder of the power in families coming together.” —Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW

“On reunion morning, we rise before the sun. Daddy hums as he packs our car with suitcases and a cooler full of snacks. He says there’s nothing like going down home.”

Leah’s Thoughts:

A beautiful story about the bond between a father and son, and the rich traditions that shape a family. This one is perfect for Father’s Day, especially if you’re looking to celebrate the strength and love passed down through generations.