Creating Books That Make A Difference 

Helping parents have conversations about real life challenges 

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In Cahoots With My Boots

Meet Saniyah. Her boots have special powers. Or at least that’s what SHE believes. Whenever she puts them on, she has the CON-FI-DENCE to conquer the world!  Until....

New school. New rules. And NO BOOTS ALLOWED!!



PICKY, PERSNICKETY ME!
Are you a picky eater? Meet 4 year old Saniyah. When it comes to food, she’s pretty PICKY....some even say PERSNICKETY!! And the only foods she eats begin with the letter P!



About the Author

Wife, Mom, Social Worker, and now Author, Sanya Whittaker Gragg has always had a passion for working with and inspiring kids. The native Nashvillian holds degrees from the University of Memphis, Georgia State University, and the University of Southern California. She has worn many hats including 10 years in marketing/PR and athletics; working for NIKE, the Detroit Pistons and the University of Michigan Athletics Department. Sanya also worked as an assistant to best selling author, E.Lynn Harris. Her community work has included serving on the board for a homeless shelter for families, and advocating in the courts for foster children as a CASA. This prompted her to pursue her M.S.W, leading her to work for Tulsa Public Schools as a school based therapist and social worker.  

Over the years, Sanya has also taken breaks in her career to be at home full time supporting her children with their many activities, as well as supporting her husband with his demanding job as an athletic director. Raising two black sons (now young adults) prompted her to write her debut book, “Momma, Did You Hear the News?” It is centered around ten year old Avery who is in a panic over the shooting of another unarmed black man. It was featured in Essence, the Huffington Post and several other national outlets. Her follow up book, "Daddy, Did You Hear the News?" addresses bullying which she often witnessed working with young children. Both books encourage readers to “memorize the 5” as she uses catchy chants to help remember what to do when faced with these challenging situations.

A to the L to the I-V-E... come home ALIVE...that is the KEY!

B to the U to the L-L-Y...when they go low...then we go HIGH!




Momma, Did You Hear the News?

“Momma, Did You Hear the News?”, is centered around ten year old Avery who is in a panic over the shooting of another unarmed black man. His parents decide it is time to have "The Talk". They teach him and his brother a catchy and easy way to remember what to do if approached by an officer, while also emphasizing that all policemen are not bad. A to the L to the I-V-E... come home ALIVE...that is the KEY! 



Daddy, Did You Hear the News?

Gragg’s second book "Daddy, Did You Hear the News?" helps you talk to your kids about bullying. The story is centered around twins Kaleb and Kennedi who have just witnessed another classmate being bullied. Their dad teaches them a chant that emphasizes five things they can do to feel more empowered while also focusing on what bystanders can do to help. B to the U to the L-L-Y...when they go low...then we go HIGH!



COLORING BOOK OF
AFFIRMATIONS


DO YOU WANT TO HELP YOUR CHILD BUILD THEIR SELF ESTEEM AND CONFIDENCE WHILE HAVING FUN?

Imagine doing what they love while being reminded of positive affirmations like "I AM AMAZING!", "I AM CREATIVE!", "I AM BRAVE!"

This children's coloring book is filled with fun and exciting pages of positive YOU-FIRMATIONS! Kids can have fun while also building their confidence! Hours of self esteem boosting activities will keep them busy and off the electronics. Help encourage your child to be confident in all that they do!

“A HEARTBREAKINGLY NECESSARY WORK.”
KIRKUS REVIEWS


PARENT / TEACHER RESOURCES


Utilize the links below for resources to help your child better understand all of these books. There are fun activities as well as helpful conversation starters to help your readers go deeper.  Check them out below from www.morethanabook.org and www.glowlearn.com!

TeacherWorksheetsMommaDidYouHear.pdf
TeacherWorksheetsDaddyDidYouHear.pdf
TeacherWorksheetsPickyPersnicketyMe.pdf

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