Going Down Home with Daddy is a 2024 picture book written by Kelly Starling Lyons and illustrated by Daniel Minter. It tells the story of a young boy who attends a large family reunion at his great-grandmother's house and struggles to prepare a contribution to the family celebration. Inspired by Lyons's visit to a family gathering in rural Georgia, the book was published by Peachtree Publishing on April 1, 2024. The acrylic illustrations incorporate Adinkra symbols representing vari… WebMay 4, 2024 · Published by Peachtree Publishing Company Summary: Lil Alan is excited to be leaving before dawn for a family reunion down south. The whole clan is gathering at his father’s mother’s house. Aunts, …

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WebJul 26, 2024 · Going Down Home with Daddy. Award: Randolph Caldecott Medal. Year this Award was Won: 2 020. Award Win Active Date: Sunday, July 26, 2024 - 22:25. Winner … WebFeb 23, 2024 · Ms. Talyiah reads Going Down Home with Daddy by Kelly Starling Lyons . as separately

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WebOct 9, 2024 · Going Down Home with Daddy 's back cover boldly announces, “Nothing is more important than family.” It's a palpable sentiment throughout the story. A Black … WebJan 14, 2024 · 'On reunion morning, we rise before the sun. Daddy hums as he packs our car with suitcases and a cooler full of snacks. He says there’s nothing like going down home.” Down home is Granny’s house. Down home is where Lil’ Alan and his parents and sister will join great-grandparents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. … WebDown home is Granny’s house. Down home is where Lil Alan and his parents and sister will join great-grandparents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins. … aratamebyouinn