Fall 2024

We Are the Dreams of Our Ancestors

  • Interest Level: Grade 3 - Grade 5
  • Reading Level: Grade 2

We are the hopes and dreams of our ancestors. We are unstoppable!

This powerful poem was written by five Black, bold, and brilliant children, along with Wisdom Mawusi, writer, educator, and activist. Through vibrant illustrations and rhythmic language, this enchanting book celebrates different cultures and teaches children the values of kindness, fairness, and community.

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978-1-959223-83-2
$14.24
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Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 5
Reading Level Grade 2
Genre Social Studies
Category Diverse Books: Celebrating Differences , Diverse Books: #OwnVoices, Diverse Books: Race & Ethnicity, Diversity, SEL: C Social Awareness, SEL: D Relationship Skills, Social Emotional Learning
Copyright 2024
Publisher Planting People Growing Justice Press
Imprint Planting People Growing Justice Press
Language English
Number of Pages 32
Publication Date 2024-09-10
Text Type Poetry
BISACS JNF042000, JNF018010
Dimensions 9 x 11
Guided Reading Level N
Features Author/Illustrator biography and Original artwork