Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea

INSPIRED
BY A TRUE STORY FROM THE CHILDHOOD OF VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS!

A
beautiful, empowering picture book about two sisters who work with their
community to effect change, inspired by a true story from the childhood of the
author’s aunt, Kamala Harris, and mother, lawyer and policy expert Maya Harris.

“A must read for little girls around the world.” —Elizabeth Warren, U.S. Senator from
Massachusetts

“An inspiring tale.” —Stacey Abrams, Former Minority Leader, Georgia House of
Representatives; Founder and Chair, Fair Fight Action

“I love this book.” —Megan Rapinoe, Co-Captain, U.S. Women’s National
Soccer Team

One day, Kamala and Maya had an idea. A big idea: They would turn their empty apartment courtyard into a playground!

This is the uplifting tale of how the author’s aunt and
mother first learned to persevere in the face of disappointment and turned a
dream into reality. This is a story of children’s ability to make a difference
and of a community coming together to transform their neighborhood.

A New York Times bestseller!

“I love this book—the power of persistence and being bold is one of the most important lessons we can teach young people.” - Megan Rapinoe, Co-Captain, U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team

"An inspirational reminder to choose courage over fear, Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea teaches a powerful lesson: if you’re willing to fight with everything you’ve got, no dream is too big. A must read for little girls around the world." - Elizabeth Warren, U.S. Senator from Massachusetts

“Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea is an inspiring tale that shows children the art of the possible when cooperation and imagination meet determined young minds. A simple but moving lesson on the power of organizing will resonate for this next generation of young leaders. More importantly, it will spark those who feel too small to chase their own big ideas and change their corner of our world.” - Stacey Abrams, Former Minority Leader, Georgia House of Representatives; Founder and Chair, Fair Fight Action