Connie Schofield-Morrison captured the rhythm of the neighborhood in her first picture book, I Got the Rhythm, and again in I Got the Christmas Spirit and I Got the School Spirit. She is also the author of the picture book biography Stitch by Stitch: Elizabeth Hobbs Keckly Sews Her Way to Freedom. Connie has been writing since she was a young girl and is inspired every day by the big sounds and bright colors of the world around her. She lives in Atlanta, Georgia.
Instagram: @i_c_o_n_n_i_e

Shamar Knight-Justice is a New York Times bestselling illustrator and educator based in Atlanta. He is most content eating pancakes, seeing kids explore their imaginations, and going on long walks with his wife and dog. He is also the illustrator of Ari J.'s Kinky, Curly Crown; Ari J.'s Firefly Rescue; Big Tune; Repeat After Me; Forever and Always; and Danté Plays His Blues.
www.shamarknightjustice.com.
Instagram: @shamarknightjustice
Twitter: @sknightjustice

"Perfect for young children who are starting to come into their own with independence, playing with others, and forming friendships. . . . Offers a festival of color and movement." --Booklist

"A rhythmic ode to 'big boy joy.' . . . Suggesting that big feels, full-fledged fun, and thoughtful behavior can exist hand in hand in hand." --Publishers Weekly

"Empowering and fun, like all the best outings." --Kirkus Reviews

"Vibrant. . . . If a school pep rally could walk and talk, this kid would be it." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review, on I GOT THE SCHOOL SPIRIT

"This joyful offering will be a happy addition to any shelf." --Bookshelf, on I GOT THE SCHOOL SPIRIT