Tiki Tholley Reads Her Reflection

Something inside her began to

change. Like a chameleon climbing

a mango tree, she felt herself

changing while feeling more uplifted.

Full of vivid imagery and imagination, Tiki’s story offers a glimpse into the world of a young immigrant grappling with her self-image in a new world. Meanwhile, it provides an opening to critical discussions around self-esteem, negative self-talk, and simply being different in a way that’s ripe for young readers and listeners.