| Iman Gilliam-Jerry |
| Mia’s Flower Garden by Iman Gilliam-Jerry Mia is a six year old first grade student. She has recently moved from the city to the suburbs and she isn’t happy about it. She has to ride a school bus, instead of her mommy driving her to school. Her classmates always ask her silly questions, or say mean things; like calling her hair "snake hair". Mia wishes everyone can look the same, but her mommy teaches Mia a powerful lesson using the flowers from her garden to show how different everyone is, but unique and beautiful in their own way. Mia’s flower garden supports diversity in a school environment and is fun for all readers. |
| "Cute picture book. . .many Jewish customs are portrayed. . .demonstrates how young people interact with adults, especially grandparents. . .story easily connects with children. The grandfather is quite humorous. Excellent diversity." ............................................................................................................................................................................................................-Heartland Reviews |
| "Mushy Red Stuff" is an exciting Seder story for kids. Even a surprising kiss from Eli’s grandpa is a memorable experience, along with a promise from him to share his secret recipe for the "mushy red stuff." The humor and action and the youthful outlook of its protagonist make "Mushy Red Stuff" a keeper for young readers. Cultural diversity is made so much easier when readers enjoy identifying with a spunky boy like Eli. .......................................................................................................................................................................................................–Midwest Book Review |
| Iman Gilliam-Jerry is the author of Mia’s Flower Garden. She is an elementary school teacher and special educator. She lives in New York City with her husband and 4 children. She enjoys writing, traveling, and spending time with her family. |
| Mia: The Class Ambassador by Iman Gilliam-Jerry Mia continues to help her classmates see the value of inclusion when a student with a disability joins the classroom and needs help making friends. Katie is the new student in Mia’s classroom she has a condition called Muscular dystrophy, she is nervous about starting a new school and meeting new friends. Especially if they look at her differently because she uses a wheelchair. Mia is chosen as the “Classroom Ambassador,” she helps to welcome her friend into the classroom community. Mia learns a powerful lesson that children with disabilities are just like everyone else and deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. Mia: The Class Ambassador supports inclusion and diversity in a school environment and is fun for all readers. |
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