Baptiste Paul

"The sights, sounds and tastes of vibrant Saint Lucia come to life in this cumulative tale of a girl’s journey to Carnival. When a series of unexpected delays disrupts her journey to the big parade, Melba must adjust both her expectations and her route to the festivities. Who will she meet and what will she learn along the way?"--publisher's website.

"When a young child reminds her dad about the hike they planned, her father is hesitant —To the tippy top? It’s a great day to watch futbol (soccer). But as the two climb on, her enthusiasm is contagious. Filled with setbacks, surprises, and stunning views, this warm and humorous story highlights in vivid colors the bonding power of a shared experience. A list of creatures at the end prompts a second look for keen-eyed readers to make discoveries...

"What makes a patchwork prince? A prince must be ready for adventure—ready for the night, ready to pluck the brightest, most beautiful fabrics from the scrap heap, ready to run when danger comes. With the treasures he and his mother collect, she will make him clothes fit for royalty: No flashy jewels, no crown, but a cut and drape that hug his Black shoulders just right. And in his new clothes, with chin held high, he will know he is a prince....Baptiste...

Las vistas, los sonidos y los sabores de la vibrante Santa Lucía cobran vida en esta historia acumulativa del viaje de una niña al Carnaval. Cuando una serie de retrasos inesperados interrumpen su viaje hacia el gran desfile, Melba debe ajustar tanto sus expectativas como su ruta hacia las festividades. ¿A quién conocerá y qué aprenderá en el camino?

Children form teams, build a pitch, and play a joyous game of soccer, in a book with English and Haitian Creole vocabulary words.