Remember

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US Poet Laureate Joy Harjo’s iconic poem "Remember," illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Michaela Goade, invites young readers to pause and reflect on the wonder of the world around them, and to remember the importance of their place in it.

Remember the sky you were born under, Know each of the star's stories. Remember the moon, know who she is. Remember the sun's birth at dawn, That is the strongest point of time.

So begins the picture book adaptation of the renowned poem that encourages young readers to reflect on family, nature, and their heritage. In simple and direct language, Harjo, a member of the Mvskoke Nation, urges readers to pay close attention to who they are, the world they were born into, and how all inhabitants on earth are connected. Michaela Goade, drawing from her Tlingit culture, has created vivid illustrations that make the words come alive in an engaging and accessible way.

This timeless poem paired with magnificent paintings makes for a picture book that is a true celebration of life and our human role within it.---from the publisher

40 pages                              978-0593484845                                                 Ages 5-9

Keywords:  poem, cultural identity, heritage, wonder, Native American author, 5 year old, 6 year old, 7 year old, 8 year old, 9 year old

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Remember is a poem by U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo captured in full color illustrations by Michaela Goade. It is a poem of remembrance but more importantly, a tribute to the earth, the sky, and the universe which we are all a part of.

Animals have tribes and families and histories, so we should remember to, "Talk to them, listen to them. They are alive poems." Living poems! Aren't we all? It's a great message to young readers and to all ages. We have only one planet, as we are increasinly aware of. It's up to humans to remember and to preserve for all living things.

This beautiful picture book is a must have for well-balanced collections for all ages. Every child will love the message.

Highly, highly recommended ages 2 and up.

Recommended by:  Thompson McLeod (Pamela), blogger, reviewer, literary intern, writer, lifelong YA librarian, Florida USA

See more of her reviews:  http://booksbypamelathompson.blogspot.com/

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