Mark Your Calendars for the “Kindness, It’s In You” Tour
Coffee Creek Media Group is excited to announce the kick-off of the “Kindness, It’s In You” Tour. Through this tour, which starts in February, Black History Month and ends in August, to conclude summertime fun, Coffee Creek plans to change the world one community, one school, one student at a time by focusing on being kind and helpful toward others.
The “Kindness, It’s In You” Tour is based on Author/Illustrator, Sharon Jones-Scaife’s book of the same name. In the book, featured character Haylie spreads kindness throughout her elementary school, showing even Gus, the meanest classmate ever, how being kind can make a difference. Written for kids ages 4 – 9, the book focuses on social emotional development and is the first in the “Haylie’s Inspirations” series. Additional titles in the series include: Respect, It’s In You, Thankfulness, It’s In You” and more.
The “Kindness, It’s In You” Tour kicks off at Shaw Elementary school in Mesquite, Texas. During the tour stop, Jones-Scaife will discuss acts of kindness and the rewards for being kind. Students will participate in the fun, interactive presentation and read their very own signed copy of the book.
“The need for love and kindness, generosity and benevolence has never been greater,” said Jones-Scaife. “During this time of COVID and systemic racism, I’ve felt the loss, the division, the fear and uncertainty facing our students and communities. And I feel a call to action. I can’t think of a better time to offer a little love and kindness to our students.”
Tour dates are still available and open to any school, library, or community/recreation center in Texas and beyond. Principals, assistant principals, librarians, teachers, and others are invited to book a stop for their students or community.
“Not only do we want to spread a little kindness, we want kids to see themselves or their families represented in the books they read,” stated Jones-Scaife. Many kids grow up reading or watching TV shows or movies that do not mirror their reality. Studies point to the importance of kids seeing themselves reflected in the world so children don’t feel alone, inferior, or invisible. Full representation helps children reach their potential and recognize the humanity of others.
Coffee Creek Media specializes in children’s books that reflect diversity. Statistics show that only 12 percent of children’s books feature Black main characters and less than half of children’s books written about Black main characters are actually written by Black authors. Coffee Creek seeks to balance the scales. So whether you’re a teacher trying to create an inclusive classroom, a parent trying to raise a kind and civil child, or you want to introduce a different worldview to children, Coffee Creek Media offers plenty of options through their publishing catalogue and through the kindness tour.
For more information and to book your tour date, contact Coffee Creek Media at (214) 566-1146, the publicity department at (972) 442-6000 or email contact@coffeecreekmediagroup.com
Information about other titles from Jones-Scaife can be found at https://www.coffeecreekmediagroup.com.
About Coffee Creek Media Group
Coffee Creek Media Group is an independent children’s book publishing company based in Dallas, TX, and founded by Sharon Jones-Scaife with a mission of creating children’s books that represent BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color).
About the Author
Sharon Jones-Scaife grew up in Marvell, Arkansas, the fourth of 15 children. As one can imagine, she spent a great deal of time reading to her younger siblings. She is a graduate of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a BA in Graphic Design and Illustration. Sharon is the publisher of Teen Graffiti, a magazine that serves as a voice for teens and as an avenue of communication, allowing teens to express their opinions, concerns, and ideas through poetry, essays, articles, and photography. She is the author of I Miss You Papa, Mrs. Hughes is Missing, It’s Bedtime Lil’ Marco, Lil’ Marco Plays Hide and Seek, Kindness, It’s In You, Maddie on a Mission, Just Kick It, Good Night, Buttercup and Becoming, a collection of original poems and illustrations. A resident of North Texas, Sharon spends her time supporting her sons, creating adventures with her grandchildren, running, cycling, writing, and of course, reading. Sharon is available for media interviews and can be reached at sharon@coffeecreekmediagroup.com. More information is available at her website, http://www.coffeecreekmediagroup.com.
