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
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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

Author: Imani Brown-Ajayi

We Are the Dreams of Our Ancestors was written by five students as part of a collaborative youth writing project hosted by Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute.

Author: Mariama Dibba

Author: Dazariah Ellis

Author: Nalah Fearce

Author: Nandi Mawusi

Author: Wisdom Mawusi

Wisdom Mawusi is a writer, educator, activist, and the mother of three divine Black children. She resides in North Minneapolis and is the founder and executive director of Black, Bold & Brilliant, an empowering community organization for Black youth and families.

Author: Dr. Artika R. Tyner

Dr. Artika Tyner is a passionate educator, award-winning author, civil rights attorney, sought-after speaker, and advocate for justice. She lives in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and is the founder of the Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute.

Illustrator: Reyhana Ismail

Reyhana Ismail is a designer and illustrator from the UK. She has designed a wide range of books and is particularly passionate about working with publishers that encourage a love of reading through representation and inclusion.