Raissa Figueroa – författare

A heartfelt picture book celebrating the special bond between daddies and the children they love, perfect for fathers everywhere!What do daddies love?Some daddies love going outdoors and exploring the world.Some daddies love teaching their kids how to fix machines.Some daddies love learning and dreaming big dreams.But there’s a special something – or someone – that daddies love best of all…This heart-warming and beautifully illustrated picture book by acclaimed artist Raissa Figueroa is a celebration of the close bond between father and child, and the many ways daddies bring joy and meaning to the lives of their children.

Christmas is just around the corner, and Khalil can’t wait to celebrate with his favorite traditions. He’s excited to search for the perfect tree, dance to festive jingles, and, of course, meet Santa. But after a classmate says his drawing of Santa isn’t quite right, Khalil is left with one important question:Is there a Santa like me? With inspiring text from Tonya Abari and warm illustrations from Raissa Figueroa, this story of a child's first experience meeting a Black Santa Claus story pairs holiday joy with the power of representation.