Written by Atinuke, Illustrated by Lauren Tobia
I love Anna Hibiscus! Lovely, realistic fiction about Anna Hibiscus, who lives in Amazing Africa. You can tell they are written by a storyteller, as they read aloud very well. The chapters connect but also can work as a stand alone stories for a class read aloud. It is warm, optimistic and also hard hitting.
Love from Anna Hibiscus tackles poverty – and specifically, what do you do when your friends can’t afford food and medicine? It is deep and raw and honest while also being hopeful, optimistic, and having a happy ending.
You’re Amazing, Anna Hibiscus! tackles death – how do you cope when a beloved grandfather dies?
These books would make amazing class read alouds. I also have some 2nd and 3rd grade students that enjoy them.
Reviewed by Megan Buhler, Librarian, Calvin Smith Elementary
Review shared in December 2025
Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5 stars)
Interest Level: Grades 1-3
You’re Amazing, Anna Hibiscus!
Written by Atinuke, Illustrated by Lauren Tobia
Candlewick Press
89 pages
Release Date: April 29, 2025
ISBN: 9781536238136 (hardcover) / 9781536238143 (paperback)
A review copy was provided by the publisher.
Love from Anna Hibiscus!
Written by Atinuke, Illustrated by Lauren Tobia
Candlewick Press
89 pages
Release Date: January 7, 2025
ISBN: 9781536239515 (hardcover) / 9781536239522 (paperback)
A review copy was provided by the publisher.
