Read Aloud: Sulwe by Lupita Nyong’o

Read Aloud creates a safe place for children to explore diversity and inclusion through books.  The foundation of every Read Aloud is to shine a light on our differences and embrace them.  Empowering our youth to welcome all members of their community will reverberate positivity for future generations.

About Sulwe by Lupita Nyong’o

From Academy Award–winning actress Lupita Nyong’o comes a powerful, moving picture book about colorism, self-esteem, and learning that true beauty comes from within. Sulwe has skin the color of midnight. She is darker than everyone in her family. She is darker than anyone in her school. Sulwe just wants to be beautiful and bright, like her mother and sister. Then a magical journey in the night sky opens her eyes and changes everything. In this stunning debut picture book, actress Lupita Nyong’o creates a whimsical and heartwarming story to inspire children to see their own unique beauty.

This event is included in regular daytime admission – free for Selby Gardens members!