picture book

‘Joseph’s Big Ride’

A hopeful story about making friends, embracing new beginnings and never giving up on a dream

Find at your local indie bookstore
Also available on Amazon

Annick Press

“It is beautiful. This bike.
The seat. The pedals.
The spokes.”

In the United States, Joseph wants only one thing: to ride a bike. He does, but it comes with something he did not imagine.

Through Joseph’s journey, this story celebrates kindness, perseverance and the power of friendship to help us feel welcome. “Joseph’s Big Ride” reminds young readers that new beginnings can be filled with possibility and that courage, imagination and community can help us find our way.

Praise for ‘Joseph’s Big Ride’

  • “A joyful, upbeat tale that takes a positive perspective on an immigrant child’s first encounters.”

    — Kirkus Reviews

  • “An ideal addition to most collections, especially those that want to highlight topics of friendship, inclusion, and an immigrant perspective.”

    — School Library Journal

  • “The narrative … focuses on building a friendship …”

    — School Library Journal

  • “Farish … provides a sturdy and direct text that still leaves room for dimension in character …”

    ― The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books

  • “Vibrantly colorful paintings bring a warm and humorous portrait of friendship and diversity to life.”

    — I’m Your Neighbor Books

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