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Raising Culturally Confident Future Leaders.

Powerful Girls Need Powerful Examples.

Want your kid to learn about their culture?  Have you tried looking for engaging children's books about Filipino history thats makes your child feel proud of their heritage?   " A Powerful Pinay!" was created to encourage children to embrace and celebrate their cultural identity.

 

I understand how important it is for your kids to see themselves represented.

As an award-winning Filipino American artist, author and illustrator, I've shared my unique perspective through impactful storytelling.

Choose Your Favorite 

1. Choose your favorite book from this collection.
2. Order it with a simple click.
3. Enjoy reading it together and celebrate your culture.

If you want your child to embrace their Filipino identity, this collection is the perfect choice.

01

"A Powerful Pinay"
- For Baby!

"A Powerful BABY Pinay" is comprised of fun colorful illustrated portraits of real Pinay who have shaped the history of Filipina around the globe in powerful and courageous ways.

From A to Z, A Powerful Pinay gives 26 extraordinary examples of women who have laid down their lives for their people, preserving and serving including Artists, Activists, Leaders and Pioneers.

Size: 7x7"
57 pages

$12.99

02

A Powerful Pinay
-soft cover

"A Powerful Pinay!" is for the next generation and for mothers and grandmothers who longed for such representation. Author Melissa Leslie-Quinones honors the matriarchs who safeguarded Filipino heritage. The book features illustrated portraits of influential Pinays, along with their life timelines,places, pre-colonial kingdom examples, innovations, and space for readers reflect on their own journeys and ancestors.

Softcover
Size: 7x7"
106 pages

$18.99

03

"A Powerful Pinay!"
-deluxe edition hardback

***This edition includes hand drawn art and quotes not in the soft cover book.

A Powerful Pinay!" is for the next generation and for mothers and grandmothers who longed for such representation. Author Melissa Leslie-Quinones honors the matriarchs who safeguarded Filipino heritage. The book features illustrated portraits of influential Pinays, along with their life timelines,places, pre-colonial kingdom examples, innovations, and space for readers reflect on their own journeys and ancestors.

size: 8.5x11
Hardcover
88 pages

$28.99

04

"A Powerful Pinay!" 
-activity book

104 pages of coloring featuring 26 Iconic Filipina Who Changed the World from A-Z!

Size: 8.5x11
104 pages

$9.99

If left to find their identity on their own, your child will miss out on cultural pride, struggle with identity and belonging.
They won't see strong role models in their ancestral history.

Purchasing my books is the right choice.  Your child will develop pride in their heritage, feel connected to their culture and grow up resilient and inspired.

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Hello, my name is Melissa Leslie and I encourage parents to confidently teach lead their legacy through story, art and illustration using picture books, workbooks and hands on experiences.  My work affirms resilient character while building wisdom, motivation and life skills. My children's books focus on character building, faith, culture, history and language.

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Artist Copyright - All works of art within this web site are protected under U.S. copyright laws and international conventions. No portion of the artist's works or statements may be used, downloaded, reproduced using any means, copied, linked to, or transferred electronically, without prior written permission from the artist or artist's manager.

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