A New York Times Bestselling book from HarperCollins and Phenomenal Media Founder & CEO, Meena Harris.
Based on a true story from the childhood of Meena’s aunt and mom, Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea is about two sisters working together to create change in their community.
“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.”
– Stacey Abrams
“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
"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."
– Senator Elizabeth Warren
“It’s soooo good.”
– Soledad O’Brien
“Stories about girls of color are still underrepresented on bookshelves. Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea sets out—in true Harris women fashion—to do its part to fix that.”
“The bedtime story that inspires your own children into action.”
“Harris is also dedicated to sharing the narratives of Black women and girls to facilitate social change, which is exactly what she’s done with her children’s book, Kamala And Maya’s Big Idea.”
“This picture book . . . will show kids how they too, can make a small but mighty difference in their community.”
“Meena is seeking to change the landscape of children’s books, one big idea at a time.”
“A beautiful book about girl power and creating change in a community.”
"[This book] teaches an important lesson about resilience: if you feel strongly about an idea but are told it could never happen, keep trying and working with others until your concept becomes a reality."
“The book dives deep into the systemic nature of inequality in the nation.”
One of Glamour Magazine's 7 Books to Help Talk to Your Kids About Racism, as Recommended by Black Authors
“[Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea is one of] a few new releases that have passed the test in my home — if only I could get the kids to stop asking when these stories will also be on Netflix.”
“When our kid reviewers read the book, what struck them was the sisters’ perseverance in constructing a playground in their apartment building’s empty courtyard. “‘No one could do everything, but everyone could do something’ is now one of my 7-year-old’s favorite quotes,” says one mom.”
