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I Am Famous

by Tara Luebbe (Author) Joanne Lew-Vriethoff (Illustrator)

I Am Famous
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Reading Level: K − 1st Grade
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Kiely knows she is famous! The paparazzi (her parents) follow her every move, documenting with cameras. It's exhausting being famous, but someone has to do it. She even gets to perform a big song at her grandfather's birthday. When she messes it up, she's worried she's lost her audience forever, but it turns out that no one is as loyal as her fans.
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PreS-K--Kiely, a curly haired, dark-skinned preschooler, is certain that she is famous. She sings, dances, and acts for her adoring fans (her parents). They take pictures and videos and post them on social media. Her father plays make-believe with her; he is her loyal subject. Her mother is her chef, chauffeur, and housekeeper. Even Grandma plays a role in Kiely's presumed diva status by sending her granddaughter letters, obviously fan mail. Kiely's fame culminates with a performance at Grandpa's birthday party. When things don't go quite as planned, Kiely learns that family and friends are fans no matter what. Kiely is clearly an adored only child. Bright digital illustrations depict her posing in various self-chosen outfits while her loving family encourages and in some cases, humors her. VERDICT A fun read for fans of dress up and readers with a flair for the dramatic.--Kelly Roth, Bartow County Public Library, Cartersville, GA

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"Move over, Eloise, Fancy Nancy, and Olivia.Tongue-in-cheek and humorous, this commentary that's spot-on for kids growing up in a digital age, will entertain children while giving their parents some apt food for thought." Kirkus Reviews
Tara Luebbe
Tara Luebbe and Becky Cattie are sisters who like sharks, but don't ever want to meet one. They grew up in Atlanta, and never made it onto any swim teams. Tara is a former children's bookstore owner and lives in Fort Mill, South Carolina, with her three boys and husband. In her free time, she can be found reading and discussing all things Star Wars with her kids. Becky is a creative recruiter with a background in reality TV casting. She currently lives in Chicago, where she spends her free time bowling and eating sushi. You can learn more about their books at beckytarabooks.com.

Daniel Duncan is a freelance illustrator who creates most of his work in an old stable that's been converted into a studio on the outskirts of London. He likes to illustrate narratives, vibrant characters, and environments. Inspired by stories, films, old photos, and sports, Daniel was among the Finalists for the Macmillan Prize for Illustration in 2013, as well as being shortlisted for the 2014 AOI Award for New Talent. Find out more about Daniel at dunksillustration.co.uk.
Classification
Fiction
ISBN-13
9780807534533
Lexile Measure
380
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Albert Whitman & Company
Publication date
April 20, 2021
Series
-
BISAC categories
JUV019000 - Juvenile Fiction | Humorous Stories
JUV013030 - Juvenile Fiction | Family | Multigenerational
JUV011010 - Juvenile Fiction | People & Places | United States - African-American
JUV031040 - Juvenile Fiction | Performing Arts | Music
Library of Congress categories
Humorous stories
African Americans
Picture books
Imagination
Families
Family life
Fame

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