Marley and the Family Band
Written by Cedella Marley
and Tracey Baptiste
Illustrated by Tiffany Rose
Published by Random House Books for Young Readers
A picture book that celebrates music, love, and family from author Cedella Marley. A poetic story about a young girl who moves to a new country and learns to make friends—inspired by a childhood growing up with the musician Bob Marley as a father.
When Marley and her family move from Jamaica to Delaware, she knows life is about to change in big ways. And she’s got the perfect plan to help her and her siblings make friends: an outdoor concert for the whole neighborhood!
But when weather ruins their plans, she discovers help in the most unlikely places as her new neighbors quickly become the kindest of friends.
In this joyful, vibrant picture book inspired by her childhood and iconic father, Cedella Marley assures children that nothing can stop the music as long as they have community.
Primary ISBN: 9780593301111
Publication Date: February 2022
Available As: Hardcover, Audiobook, eBook
Picture Book, Age 04 or older
Community Represented: Jamaican/Jamaican American
Themes: Arts, Community Action, Cross-Group Friendship, Family Relationship: Parents, Family Relationship: Siblings, Own Voices/Lived Experience, Welcoming by Community
Setting: United States (Delaware)
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Immigrant
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience
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Engagement Materials:
An interview with Author, Cedella Marley
Source: The Children’s Book Review