Randa Handler
Children’s books author, to help embrace diffrences
Randa Handler is an international journalist, publicist, and publisher. In 2003, Handler’s publishing company Cubbie Blue Publishing Inc., successfully launched an educational series of children’s books, Claire’s Adventures with Miss America 2000, to benefit Veterans. These books are still used as ‘lesson plans’ by elementary school teachers. Handler is currently dedicated to writing and illustrating children’s books with multiracial characters that instill a tolerance and love of diversity.
Ravencrest Publishing is proud to include the Early Reader children’s books of Randa Handler namely The Boy Who Spoke To God which fittingly features the Mayan. A young Greek boy, in this folk tale, helps feuding Greek, Mayan, Zulu and Chinese tribes find peace & harmony via his dreams of a perfect God. Her books are available in all formats. Limited hardcover versions are available of The Boy Who Spoke to God, her fun animal tale, If I Were King, and Cubbie Blue & his Dog Dot, Book one of her much talked series. Paperback versions are available of her bestseller The Thanksgiving Dinner Platter and What’s Up With Mike? ‘Cubbie Blue series’ Book Two. We are proud of Randa’s rave reviews and elated that teachers are finding a way to use her mainstream books in their classrooms.
Randa’s Books
A recent magazine mention of one of Randa’s interviews
The Untold Truth Of Rock Hudson
Goodreads randa handler books link Here’s what recent reviewer Rachel Hollis said on 11/12/2025
Cubbie Blue and His Dog Dot is a wonderfully imaginative and heartwarming story that will capture the attention of young readers. The book follows three multiracial seven-year-old boys with unique backgrounds who befriend Cubbie Blue, a tiny yet remarkably wise visitor from an enchanted part of Antarctica, and his minuscule dog, Dot.
I loved how the story blends fantasy with meaningful lessons. Despite their small size, Cubbie and Dot become powerful guides for the boys, teaching about friendship, empathy, and the importance of making good choices. The story conveys subtle moral lessons without ever feeling preachy, making it both entertaining and enriching. The theme of unlikely friendships is handled beautifully, showing children that connections can form across differences and that even the smallest among us can make a big impact. The writing is engaging, the characters are diverse and relatable, and the adventures are exciting enough to keep kids turning pages. This book is perfect for parents looking for stories that are fun, thoughtful, and inspiring. Highly recommended for young readers and for anyone who enjoys a mix of magic, humor, and heart.
Books by Randa Handler (Author of The Boy Who Spoke to God by Randa Handler)
Lots of reviews of all the books at Amazon and here’s a sample review of The Thanksgiving Dinner Platter. Thanks Shay, who reviewed it on October 30. 2015
5.0 out of 5 stars An Awesome Read For Me and The Kids!
I read this story aloud to my children and I can truly say it teaches you the rue meaning of thanksgiving. My children learned that Thanksgiving is not just about the food but it’s about being grateful for all if the blessings that you have.
I absolutely loved how the story had a multicultural mix. Not only did my kids learn a few things but I did as well. Besides this being a fantastic read it is also a little history lesson at well.
The illustration in this book is wonderful as well.
When I first started reading, after the first 5 sentences I did not want to put it down.
My kids and I learned the meaning of kinro-kansha and I also love how the character Samoset was a real character taken from history, which I did not know until I reached the end of the story.
Overall this was an amazing lesson and if I could use two words to describe The Thanksgiving Dinner Plater it would be the word warm and educational.
Amazon.com: Randa Handler: books, biography, latest update
Here’s a few links to ‘lesson plans’ using her books ib classrooms around US:
Sharing MT Teacher’s Lesson Plan Using The Thanksgiving Dinner Platter
Summary: The Thanksgiving Dinner Platter is set in 1941, when Thanksgiving became a national holiday. It shows how a Japanese American girl and her Native American friend learn about the true meaning of the holiday and about their own traditions.
Lesson Plan With Characters Of If I Were King
Summary: A group of animals are hanging out, when friendly and good-natured Zebra asks the others to play pretend. Everyone takes a turn pretending to be king. Zebra does not understand that everyone is not a true friend, especially Lion. Her true friends tell Zebra to find her own turf, but she does not understand. So, she sets out on a journey, befriending everyone until she discovers the meaning of turf, true friendship and that it is cool to be different.
Sharing MT Teacher’s Lesson Plan Using Boy Who Spoke To God
Summary: A young Greek boy, in this modern non-religious folktale, helps Chinese, Greek, Indian, and Zulu feuding tribes find peace & harmony via his dreams of a perfect God. The tribes eventually learn that there is a way to be friends and coexist, while still having different beliefs and customs. A great way for us teachers to open discussion with children about friendships, cultural and religious diversity.
Cubbie Blue And His Dog Dot Book 1
Summary: Three multi-racial 7 year old boys befriend a tiny enchanted creature, Cubbie Blue and his minute dog, and learn about each other and the world. Everyone goes on adventures near and far, with personal differences intensifying the fun.
lesson Plan Teaching Diversity With Randa Handler’s Book 2
Summary: Three multi-racial 7 year old boys befriend a tiny enchanted creature, Cubbie Blue and his minute dog, and learn about each other and the world. Everyone goes on adventures near and far, with personal differences intensifying the fun.