About This Book
"Kamala and Maya's Big Idea" is an inspiring picture book for ages 3-7, based on a true story from the childhood of US Senator Kamala Harris and lawyer Maya Harris. It tells the tale of two sisters who, seeing an empty apartment courtyard, decide to transform it into a playground. Faced with initial adult reluctance and lack of funds, they ingeniously recruit other children, organize a garage sale, and gather donations, ultimately bringing their community together to achieve their dream. This book beautifully models themes of community organizing, perseverance, creativity, and the power of young voices to effect change.
One day, Kamala and Maya had an idea. A big idea: they would turn their empty apartment courtyard into a playground! An empowering picture book about two sisters who work with their community to effect change, inspired by a true story from the childhood of her aunt, US Senator Kamala Harris, and mother, lawyer, and policy expert Maya Harris.
Discussion Prompts
1
What was Kamala and Maya's big idea, and why was it important to them?
2
How did Kamala and Maya get other people to help them with their idea?
3
Have you ever had a big idea that you wanted to make happen? What was it?
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What are some ways we can work together with our friends or family to make our community a better place?
5
What does it mean to be a leader, and how did Kamala and Maya show leadership?
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