Loveis Wise

Embark on a powerful journey through the history of African descendants in America, beautifully connected to the seven guiding principles of Kwanzaa. This lyrical narrative begins across the ocean in Africa, where people of different languages and customs were taken from their homes and families. Bound together and forced onto ships sailing toward an unknown future, these resilient individuals had to forge a common language and create a vibrant new culture. You will discover how they combined their cherished memories of home with new traditions that allowed them to survive and eventually thrive in a new land. With sumptuous illustrations and deeply moving prose, this book offers a profound exploration of African American history. It is a story that deepens your understanding of the past while connecting it to your own life and modern social justice movements. Experience a revealing and triumphant celebration of the survival, joy, and relentless innovation of Black people in America.

Who are we? We are a billion voices, bright and brave; we are light, standing together in the fight. Girls are strong and powerful when they stand alone, but they become even stronger when they work together to uplift one another. In this galvanizing and beautifully illustrated poem by presidential inaugural poet Amanda Gorman, girls and girlhood are celebrated in all their many amazing forms. Every girl is beautiful, not for how she looks on the outside, but for how she bravely looks into the face of fear. Creating a rousing rallying cry with vivid, colorful artwork by Loveis Wise, this inspiring story reminds us of the incredible ways girls have shaped our history. It is a powerful call to march boldly into the future, raise your voice, and make a difference in the world.

Born to parents who fled slavery and the Trail of Tears, Magnolia Flower is an Afro-Indigenous girl with a vibrant, unbreakable spirit. She longs for true freedom and deeply desires to connect with others who share her yearning. When Magnolia meets a young man of letters, she finds a kindred spirit. However, her father strongly disapproves of the match. Forced to make a difficult choice, Magnolia sets off on a brave journey that proves the power of leading with your heart. Tenderly retold from a classic short story, this stirring folktale brims with poetic prose, history, and culture. It is a beautiful reminder that there is no force strong enough to stop love, making it a perfect read for discovering the shared heritage of Indigenous and Black people in America.