Finicky Felicia
A delightful children’s picture book by Black author Narene Russell about learning to love healthy foods!
Join Felicia on her journey from being a picky eater who only loves sweets to discovering the joy of vegetables and healthy foods.
Finicky Felicia
Do you know a finicky eater?
How about someone who doesn't like to eat anything healthy?
Well, let me introduce you to a little girl named Felicia.
Felicia loves sweets and frowns upon foods that are good for her, including oatmeal! Finicky Felicia is a book about how she is surprised to taste vegetables while learning how important it is to eat vegetables.
Felicia and her family are Black, as is every character in the story. It’s a book where Black children can see themselves at the kitchen table, and where any child can relate to Felicia’s battle with vegetables.
Read more to learn how Finicky Felicia became less finicky!
Perfect For Ages
3-8 years old
Teaches About
Healthy eating habits
Parents Love
Fun & educational
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Finicky Felicia about?
Finicky Felicia is a children’s picture book about a little girl who loves sweets and won’t eat anything healthy, not even oatmeal. Her family finds a creative way to help her discover that vegetables can taste good.
What age is Finicky Felicia for?
Finicky Felicia is written for children ages 3 to 8. It works well as a read-aloud for preschool and early elementary kids.
Who wrote Finicky Felicia?
Finicky Felicia was written by Narene Russell, a mother of four and grandmother of four, and illustrated by James Scales Jr. The story is based on Narene’s grandson, a real-life picky eater.
Is Finicky Felicia written by a Black author?
Yes. Finicky Felicia was written by Narene Russell, an African American author, and illustrated by James Scales Jr.
Does Finicky Felicia have Black characters?
Yes. Felicia is a little Black girl, the story centers on her Black family, and every character in the book is Black. It’s a picture book where Black children can see themselves, and where any family with a picky eater will feel at home.
Is Finicky Felicia a good book for picky eaters?
Yes. Finicky Felicia was written for families with a picky eater. It gives parents and teachers a fun way to talk with kids about trying new foods and eating vegetables.
Where can I buy Finicky Felicia?
Finicky Felicia is available in paperback on Amazon and in hardcover at Barnes & Noble. You can also find it on Goodreads. Buy on Amazon · Buy at Barnes & Noble · See it on Goodreads
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