Books like New shoes by Susan Meyer
In this historical fiction picture book, Ella Mae and her cousin Charlotte, both African American, start their own shoe store when they learn that they cannot try on shoes at the shoe store. Their store quickly becomes a hub for community members to shop, swap, and find new pairs of shoes. The story captures the joy of self-employment and the importance of community in overcoming discrimination.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Susan Meyer
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