SULWE

Author: Lupita Nyong'o

Illustrator: Vashti Harrison

Awards: NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work - Children's

Genres: Children's literature, Fiction

Sulwe is a children's fiction picture book by Academy award winner Kenyan actress Lupita Nyong'o. It follows the story of a young girl who wishes for her dark skin to be lighter. The story is ultimately about colorism and learning to love oneself, no matter one's skin tone.

Where can you find the book?

• Of course it's always good to get your own copy if you can

However we are very lucky that Lupita, the author herself, sat down and read out aloud for children, sit back with your child, relax and  enjoy this powerful tale here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vujbTOuzg2Q