Representation that Radiates Joy
Bringing Holiday Joy to 100+ Kids
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Help us bring joy, stories, and sweet memories to families this holiday season.
This year, we’re raising $2,500 to provide 100 kids with a free scoop of ice cream AND a holiday book and we need your help to make it happen.
During the holidays, families come together to celebrate tradition, culture, and connection. At Stories of a Colorful World and Kente Cones, we believe every child deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and included in those moments.
Books open doors. Ice cream brings smiles.
Together, they create an experience kids won’t forget.
🎯 Our Goal: $2,500
Your donation directly supports:
✨ 100 free scoops of ice cream for local kids
✨ 100 holiday books that affirm, inspire, and reflect diverse identities
✨ All event materials that make the day memorable and accessible for every family
Every dollar brings us closer to sharing joy with families who need it mos
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How You Can Help
Whether you give $10 or $250, your generosity has an immediate impact.
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$25 sponsors 1 child
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$100 sponsors 4 children
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$250 sponsors 10 children
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$500 sponsors 20 children
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$1,000 sponsors 40 children
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$2,500 fully funds the event for all 100 kids
No amount is too small—you’re helping build memories, literacy, and community.
What Your Gift Makes Possible
✔ A child receiving their very own book
✔ A family enjoying a joyful, no-cost holiday outing
✔ A community space where literacy, culture, and joy are centered
✔ An experience that sparks confidence, connection, and curiosity
You’re not just giving a book or an ice cream—you’re giving belonging.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Donate today and help us reach our $2,500 goal.
Together, we can create a holiday season filled with stories, smiles, and scoops.
Builds Confidence and Self-Love with Every Page
Builds Confidence and Self-Love with Every Page
We don’t just include diverse books — we center them. Every story we carry celebrates BIPOC voices and puts underrepresented protagonists front and center, ensuring every child can say, “That’s me.”
Authored by a BIPOC Creator — Real Representation, not Tokenism
Authored by a BIPOC Creator — Real Representation, not Tokenism
We intentionally seek out BIPOC and indie creators whose stories deserve to shine — building shelves you won’t find anywhere else.
Vetted by Educators and Families for Quality and Age-Fit
Vetted by Educators and Families for Quality and Age-Fit
Find the perfect book tailored to your child’s age, interests, and identity, making storytime meaningful and engaging.
Every child deserves to see themselves in the books they read.
You know that feeling when your kid sees themselves in a book and suddenly walks a little taller? That’s what we’re here for. Our curated collection is handpicked for one purpose: to help every child feel seen, celebrated, and inspired to dream big—no more endless scrolling or settling for stories that fall short. Here, every book is chosen to nurture confidence, empathy, and cultural pride.
Meet the Founder
Hi, children’s book lover! I’m Kanika.
As a classroom teacher, I’d spent countless afternoons searching for stories where my students could see themselves and came up empty-handed. I was tired of books that treated diversity like a checkbox, or worse, turned childhood joy into trauma. So, I did what teachers do best — I built what was missing.
My best friend and I began curating, partnering with independent authors and BIPOC creators to source high-quality stories that celebrated identity and belonging. We turned our living rooms into libraries and our mission into movement.
In 2019, Stories of a Colorful World launched with a simple promise: no more token shelves, no more exhausting searches — just stories that reflect every child’s worth.
Today, our collection spans 300+ titles by Black, Indigenous, and People of Color authors — books that build empathy, pride, and confidence one story at a time.
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Curated for Every Stage
Our bookshop replaces overwhelm with ease: intentional, pre-vetted, and organized by what actually matters who your kids are becoming.
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Building Empathy & Cultural Pride
Each book is selected to stretch empathy, self-awareness, and cultural pride at every age and stage.
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Stories They’ll Return To
Our books are revisited again and again, with age-appropriate themes that build emotional intelligence, identity, and curiosity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are your books good gifts?
Yes! We offer curated bundles by age and theme — perfect for birthdays, holidays, and classrooms.
Can educators order in bulk?
Absolutely. We support schools, libraries, and community programs — contact us for custom quotes.
Do you offer digital books?
Not yet, but we’re exploring options for classrooms soon!
Because when children see themselves in stories, they don’t just read — they rise.