KULAY

What if the color that makes you different is also part of what makes you special?

Deep beneath the warm Philippine sun lives Kiko, a tiny tarsier with golden fur and enormous, curious eyes. Kiko loves playing in his colorful forest, until he hears someone say that lighter colors are the prettiest.

For the first time, Kiko wonders whether he needs to change to be accepted.

With the help of Lola Cara, a wise old carabao, Kiko begins to discover the meaning of kulay-the Filipino word for "color"-and learns that his natural color carries a story worth celebrating.

KULAY: Every Shade Has a Story is a culturally inspired children's picture book that introduces young readers to themes of colorism, self-acceptance, identity, culture, and belonging through an accessible and heartfelt story.

Complete with a child-friendly explanation of colorism and discussion questions for young readers, KULAY is designed for families, classrooms, libraries, and educators seeking to begin meaningful conversations about embracing what makes each of us unique.

Every shade has a story. Every story deserves to shine.