Little Boy Brown

First published in 1949, Little Boy Brown is a little gem, ripe for rediscovery.

This book is filled with all the things little brown boys love.

Join Matthew as he considers all the things he can accomplish and the careers he can do.

This charming tale is about the spirited and speedy Dachshund, Little Boy Brown, and his journey through the southern United States. Along his journey, he meets several colorful characters and stumbles across the world-famous Kentucky Derby. Throughout this exciting experience he learns the importance of family, friends and following the rules. Finally, Little Boy Brown winds up back in the comfort of his family and best friend, Ladybug. The warm, hand-created illustrations made from charcoal, pastels, and watercolors are sure to delight and intrigue youngsters. The discussion questions included at the end of the story are a great tool to help teachers build a lesson plan, for parents to use at home, and make this book a great choice to read-aloud or group story time.

When a little boy tries to get clean the way different animals do, he only gets dirtier.

A boy with ADHD learns that those who say hurtful things to those less fortunate than themselves are not always as bad as they might seem. A story of what it might be like to be different.

Little Brown Boy's inspirational message makes it a perfect gift for brown boys around the world. The simplicity of its message touches the heart of children and speaks to the inner boy in every adult male that reads it. This book is an affirmation for young boys to dream big without limitation. Through playful, and vivid illustrations, Little Brown Boy motivates young readers to learn and be proud of their own cultural heritage and gifts and how they fit into the world as they grow, explore, and begin to create for themselves. The joys of being a Little Brown Boy is a vividly illustrated, culturally-based children's book that brings the lived experiences of Little Brown Boys from various backgrounds to life. Little Brown Boy will give your Little Brown Boy the confidence and esteem to be bold and proud of his brown skin.

A boy with ADHD learns that those who say hurtful things to those less fortunate than themselves are not always as bad as they might seem. A story of what it might be like to be different.