Florenda Little has always wanted to play in a band. Surrounded by the sounds of music in her small Louisiana town, she is thrilled when her school announces a new band class starting after summer break. But when a visit to the local music store with her mother reveals that the instrument she wants to play is beyond their budget, Florenda faces a tough challenge. Will she be able to play the instrument she’s dreamed of, or will her musical aspirations have to wait?
Bring Florenda to Your School or Library
Tomeko Brown is an award-winning author of the book An Instrument for Florenda, a story inspired by her love for community, music, and the power of believing in a dream.
Her mission extends beyond crafting stories that inspire children to persevere through challenges and understand the importance of community. Tomeko brings this mission to life by uniting the community through events that promote and support youth literacy.
Her voice has been featured on platforms like Parents.com, The Bump, and more.
