Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky

As a reader, you know stories have power. Kwame Mbalia gives a refreshing take on that power in this story. This story is about the power of story, sure, but also the power of cooperation, compassion, honesty, and self- confidence.

As a bonus, the underlying myths and legends are African American folk tales that I have not seen in very many other stories.

Great stuff. Would be nice to read out loud to younger kids or put in the hands of middle grades and beyond.