Fire-Lit Lovely

The perfect Father's Day gift, birthday present for dad, Baby Shower, Valentine's Day book, or read-aloud for any young daughter. This sweet picture book is perfect for fathers with daughters ages 5-9 as it showcases a father's love and adoration for his daughter, Rose who is born with bright red hair which sometimes happens in African American families. Having red hair makes her the center of attention whenever she is out in public but she really only cares about being the apple of her father's eyes. Beautifully illustrated, the text reads as a lyrical poem spoken by Rose who throughout the story talks about her beloved and cherished relationship with being "daddy's girl." Magically aglow I can brighten up any room. Daddy calls me his Fire-Lit Lovely. I'm his mesmerizing ember. This sweet picture book is perfect for fathers with daughters ages 5-9 as it showcases many of the ways a father cherishes his daughter by intentionally spending time with her. The story starts off with Rose being born and readers will immediately view the unique bond that begins with her father. You follow the relationship and watch Rose grow up and through the wonderful illustrations, you will see the tender way in which Rose and her father interact and how he encourages her to reach her fullest potential. Rose is so proud and gets so much confidence, reassurance, and boldness from the love she feels coming from her father. Rose's father just loves being with her which is evident in the story and shows how she thrives by having such a great supportive dad. Throughout, readers will see heartwarming interactions between the two of them, from dad cheering Rose on at a track meet, to intimate times of him doing Rose's hair, and dancing at a daddy-daughter dance together. Rose is so proud and gets so much confidence, reassurance, and boldness from the love she feels coming from her father. Rose's father just loves being with her which is evident in the story and shows how she thrives by having such a great supportive dad. Throughout, readers will see heartwarming interactions between the two of them, from dad cheering Rose on at a track meet, to intimate times of him doing Rose's hair, and dancing at a daddy-daughter dance together. Also check out the companion connect and bond: Fire-Lit Lovely: A Daddy-Daughter Connect and Bond Activity-Coloring Book. This activity book is for fathers with girls ages 6-9 and builds off the themes of the picture book, which include a father's desire to connect with his little girl.