I Am My Ancestors' Wildest Dreams

Author

Tanisia Moore

Illustrator

Robert Paul

Publication Date

September 19, 2023

Genre / Grade Band

Fiction / K − 1^st

Language

English

Format

Picture Book

Hardcover

Description

YOU are your ancestors' wildestdreams. How will you express YOUR greatness?

Perfect for fans of I Am Every Good Thing, Little Legends, and All Because You Matter.

"Affirming. . . . A joyful tribute." -- Kirkus Reviews

I AM FLY.

From my crowndown to the kickson my feet...

I AM my ancestors' wildest dreams.

In this electrifying anthem to Black boy joy and pride, a young child discovers his place in a distinguished lineage. As he meets ten exceptional Black men--historical and contemporary figures who have paved the way for his own future success--he internalizes their greatness. Just like them, he can reach his dreams. And just like him, you have within you big potential.

Publication date

September 19, 2023

Genre

Fiction

ISBN-13

9781338776171

Publisher

Scholastic Press

BISAC categories

Library of Congress categories

History
African Americans
Picture books
Self-esteem
African American boys
Race awareness
Self-esteem in children

Kirkus

A joyful tribute to share with young children.

Tanisia Moore

Known affectionately as "your family's favorite author," Tanisia "Tee" Moore writes uplifting work for all ages, from fiction and nonfiction picture books to adult novels. When Tee isn't writing, she's saving the world as a loving, compassionate (and sometimes crazy) lawyer, wife, and mother of three. Originally from Southern California, she now lives in the southern belle state of Alabama.

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