Together We Ride

Now in paperback! A loving portrait of a father-daughter relationship and the unforgettable experience of a child’s first bike ride.

Learning to ride is no easy feat! But with a little courage, a guiding hand from her dad, and an enthusiastic bark from her pup, one brave girl quickly learns the freedom that comes from an afternoon spent outside on a bike.

Experience the fear, the anticipation, and the delight of achieving the ultimate milestone in this energetic, warm story that celebrates the precious bond between parent and child.

THE JOY OF LEARNING TO RIDE A BIKE: Who can forget the first time they learned to ride a bike? This book is a nostalgic nod for parents and one they will be eager to share with their young one learning how to ride.

FAMILY READ ALOUD: This lyrical, upbeat text is a great fit for story time in any household. Add it to the shelf for readers who enjoy Jabari Jumps, Hair Love, and Ride, Roll, Run: Time for Fun!

PERFECT GIFT FOR DAD: If you’re looking for a Father’s Day gift or a birthday gift for dad, look no further! Dads will love the child/parent relationship portrayed in these pages!

Perfect for:

• Fans of the hardcover edition of Together We Ride and the companion volume Together We Swim
• Father’s Day gift-giving
• Little ones approaching the big milestone of learning to ride a bike
• Parents, grandparents, and caregivers looking for books about bike riding for kids
• Teachers, educators, and librarians

Valerie Bolling has been an educator for twenty-seven years. Valerie serves as the co-chair of the NESCBWI Equity and Inclusion Team and is a member of SCBWI, the Authors Guild, and NCTE. She lives in Stamford, CT, and you can find her at valeriebolling.com.

Kaylani Juanita illustrates inclusive picture books, such as Ta-Da!, When Aiden Became a Brother, and Magnificent Homespun Brown, for which she received the 2021 Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Award. Her mission as an artist is to support the stories of the underrepresented and create new ways for people to imagine themselves. She currently lives in Fairfield, CA. You can find her on Instagram @kaylanijuanita.