Go Show the World: A Celebration of Indigenous Heroes
- Subject
- Native American
- Age
- 3-5 years
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Publisher
- Tundra Books (NY)
- Size
- 29.2 cm × 26.7 cm
- ISBN
- 9780735262928
"We are a people who matter." Inspired by President Barack Obama's Of Thee I Sing, Go Show the World is a tribute to historic and modern-day Indigenous heroes, featuring important figures such as Tecumseh, Sacagawea and former NASA astronaut John Herrington.
Celebrating the stories of Indigenous people throughout time, Wab Kinew has created a powerful rap song, the lyrics of which are the basis for the text in this beautiful picture book, illustrated by the acclaimed Joe Morse. Including figures such as Crazy Horse, Net-no-kwa, former NASA astronaut John Herrington and Canadian NHL goalie Carey Price, Go Show the World showcases a diverse group of Indigenous people in the US and Canada, both the more well known and the not- so-widely recognized. Individually, their stories, though briefly touched on, are inspiring; collectively, they empower the reader with this message: "We are people who matter, yes, it's true; now let's show the world what people who matter can do."
Celebrating the stories of Indigenous people throughout time, Wab Kinew has created a powerful rap song, the lyrics of which are the basis for the text in this beautiful picture book, illustrated by the acclaimed Joe Morse. Including figures such as Crazy Horse, Net-no-kwa, former NASA astronaut John Herrington and Canadian NHL goalie Carey Price, Go Show the World showcases a diverse group of Indigenous people in the US and Canada, both the more well known and the not- so-widely recognized. Individually, their stories, though briefly touched on, are inspiring; collectively, they empower the reader with this message: "We are people who matter, yes, it's true; now let's show the world what people who matter can do."
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What reviewers said
A New York Public Library’s Best Book for Kids 2018
A Canadian Children's Book Centre Best Book Cover of 2018
A Montreal Gazette Best Book to Give Kids for the Holidays
One of The Colours of Us' 50 Best Multicultural Books
"Kinew aims to uplift and inspire youth, especially Indigenous youth. . . . More's watercolor, digital color, and collage illustrations are masterful . . . creating a flow that suggests looking forward to a bright and hopeful future. . . . [A] beautiful celebration of Indigenous excellence."
"Joe Morse's digitally coloured, watercolour, and collage pictures are richly textured and captivating. They anchor the book with proud portraits of Indigenous people. . . . The penultimate spread . . . [features] a jubilant First Nations boy looking up at the northern lights. The author's note, which follows the story, eloquently explains the impact of Indigenous cultures."
"[I]n this glimpse into the lives of several Indigenous heroes, Kinew, a member of the Midewin and an honorary witness for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, underlines the key idea that 'we are a people who matter./ Yes, it's true./ Now let's show the world what people who matter can do.'"
"Kinew introduces a variety of American and Canadian Indigenous men and women who made their mark and opened pathways for others to follow. . . . Kinew uses his musical background to write about his subjects in short rhymes meant to have the feel of rap. Morse, meanwhile, provides bold paintings."
"This book is inspiring for all children in showing us how these heroes have triumphed over adversity, and is highly recommended to have at home and in the library."
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