To Fly by the Sun

This two-part story, written for emerging readers, tells the tale of how creative children can be on their way home. The book includes frequently used for early readers, "sight words". Once a little girl gets creative, she inspires others to do the same. The fun begins when the rain comes, and everyone finds themselves flying closer to the sun.

Briana Bostic is the author of this book and founder of The Black Heron Company. This creative work is inspired by her preschool experience at Wallace Elementary School, time in the classroom with "The Innovators", as well as years of research and community organizing in Chicago, St. Louis, Prince George's County (MD), and Baltimore. It has taken a great deal of love, collaboration, community, extensive notebook scribbling, replays of Outkast's "Aquemini" album, and meals made from the heart to bring this project forward. This work is dedicated to the children who are anxious to create. May they have faith, and know that they will. Engage @theblackheronco on social media or visit theblackheronco.com. Lana Lee has had a passion from drawing since she scribbled on her grandfather's journal at the age of one. She loves to express her thoughts with her drawings. She started her career as an illustrator and designer at a children's book magazine company creating characters for kid's magazines, designing goods, children's books and gifts. She was fascinated with the vivid colors and the work of telling stories through pictures. Lana's experiences led her to become a talented children's book illustrator. Her illustrations are unique and her style cannot be duplicated. In addition to being a talented artist, Lana is knowledgeable in the areas of printing and production. Check out her work at imlanalee.com. Contact Lana at imlanalee@gmail.com