Respect: A Children's Picture Book
"[Respect's] art, by Rachel Moss, a Jamaican illustrator fueled by the energy of the Caribbean, will make readers want to amp up the music and dance, which perhaps is exactly what all of us need right now." --New York Times Book Review
"R-E-S-P-E-C-T / Find out what it means to me
R-E-S-P-E-C-T / Take care, TCB
Oh (sock it to me, sock it to me, sock it to me, sock it to me)
A little respect . . ."
Respect is a children's picture book based on lyrics written and originally recorded by Otis Redding in 1965. Aretha Franklin's iconic rendition of the song later peaked at #1 on Billboard's Hot 100 in 1967. Redding's lyrics continue to resonate with listeners today.
With lyrics by Otis Redding and illustrations by Rachel Moss, this irresistible book shows a young girl, her brother, and her parents conjuring as many positive futures for each other as they can dream. Packed with playful vignettes as they imagine a life full of possibility, Respect provides families an opportunity to explore themes of mutual respect--while revisiting one of the greatest songs ever written.
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Otis Redding (1941-1967) was a singer, songwriter, and producer often referred to as the King of Soul(TM). Known for releasing such acclaimed songs as "These Arms of Mine," "Try a Little Tenderness(TM)," "Hard to Handle," and "(Sittin' on) The Dock of the Bay," Redding is considered to be one of the most influential singers and songwriters of all time. He received two GRAMMYs as well as a GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award, and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. To learn more, visit: otisredding.com.
Rachel Moss (illustrator) is an illustrator in love with the bright colors and vibrant energy of the Caribbean. She was born in Jamaica and studied animation in England at the University for the Creative Arts. Moss now lives in Jamaica where she spends her days illustrating children's books such as African with song lyrics by Peter Tosh, I Am a Promise by Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce, Abigail's Glorious Hair, and Milo & Myra Learn Manners with Mr. Mongoose.
Respect is, without shadow of a doubt, [a book] of pure exuberant joy, and delivers a message so profound and just so sweetly timed, for the times we are currently living.-- "Exclusive Magazine"
The themes of empowerment and diversity are evident in [Moss's] drawings, as well as the lyrics that pepper each page.-- "Atlanta Journal-Constitution"
I feel like this book is one of the best things to come in of 2020. It's pure joy, and delivers a message so profound and it's so deeply needed now . . . Respect, a new book for young children, is based on one of the greatest songs of the 20th century. Otis Redding's song lyrics are brought to the page through wonderful illustrations by Rachel Moss . . . These illustrations are as exuberant as the song lyrics.--Lois Reitzes on City Lights (WABE Atlanta, GA)
Rolling Stone magazine named 'Respect' one of its top 5 songs of all time. And before Aretha Franklin's rendition of 'Respect' became an anthem for women's empowerment, there was Otis Redding. The legendary Macon musician originally released the song in 1965. Now, the Redding family is breathing new life into the song and turning those memorable lyrics into a picture book for children, called Respect.-- "On Second Thought (Georgia Public Broadcasting)"
