Tiny Tots in Tiaras and Tuxedos: The Life, Love, and Business Success of Kermit B. Hill - Francene Mary Diane Hil

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Celebrate the life of Kermit B. Hill, an African American trailblazer who shattered barriers in St. Louis long before the Civil Rights era. From safeguarding wartime secrets at the Pentagon to founding the culturally affirming Tiny Tot Nursery School in 1951, her legacy spans over 60 years of dedication, innovation, and community impact.

Told by her daughter, Francene Mary Diane Hill, who grew up immersed in the school and later served as Board Member and Assistant Director, this creative biography draws on family letters, rare photographs, newspaper clippings, and archival materials to bring Kermit B. Hill’s story to life. Francene’s storytelling has been featured at The Moth StorySLAM, literary festivals, and in Sisters of AARP Magazine.

Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs, historians, educators, Tiny Tot alumni, and families, this book is a heartfelt tribute to courage, vision, and a legacy that continues to inspire.