ISBN-13: 9780062979667
This acclaimed picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas.When Sharice Davids was young, she never thought shed be in Congress. And she never thought shed be one of the first Native American women in Congress. During her campaign, she heard from a lot of doubters. They said she couldnt win because of how she looked, who she loved, and where she came from.But everyones path looks different and everyones path has obstacles. And this is the remarkable story of Sharice Davids path to Congress.Beautifully illustrated by Joshua Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley, an Ojibwe Woodland artist, this powerful autobiographical picture book teaches readers to use their big voice and that everyone deserves to be seenand heard!The back matter includes information about the Ho-Chunk written by former Ho-Chunk President Jon Greendeer, an artist note, and an inspiring letter to children from Sharice Davids."Rich, vivid illustrations by Ojibwe Woodland artist Pawis-Steckley are delivered in a graphic style that honors Indigenous people. The bold artwork adds impact to the compelling text." (Kirkus starred review)"The prose is reminiscent of an inspirational speech (Everyonespath looks different), with a message of service that includes fun biographical facts, such as her love of Bruce Lee. Pawis-Steckley (who is Ojibwe Woodland) contributes boldly lined and colored digital illustrations, inflected with Native symbols and bold colors. A hopeful and accessible picture book profile." (Publishers Weekly)"Affecting picture-book autobiography." (The Horn Book)Acclaim includesA Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year 2022 - Outstanding Merit in biography and memoirOn Here Wee Read's 2021 Ultimate List of Diverse Children's Books2022 ALSC Notable Childrens Books in the middle readers category2022 Booklist from Rise A Feminist Book ProjectEarly Readers NonfictionNominee for 2022 Reading the West book awardSelected as CCBC Choices 2022biography, autobiography and memoir
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ISBN-13: 9780062979667
This acclaimed picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas.When Sharice Davids was young, she never thought shed be in Congress. And she never thought shed be one of the first Native American women in Congress. During her campaign, she heard from a lot of doubters. They said she couldnt win because of how she looked, who she loved, and where she came from.But everyones path looks different and everyones path has obstacles. And this is the remarkable story of Sharice Davids path to Congress.Beautifully illustrated by Joshua Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley, an Ojibwe Woodland artist, this powerful autobiographical picture book teaches readers to use their big voice and that everyone deserves to be seenand heard!The back matter includes information about the Ho-Chunk written by former Ho-Chunk President Jon Greendeer, an artist note, and an inspiring letter to children from Sharice Davids."Rich, vivid illustrations by Ojibwe Woodland artist Pawis-Steckley are delivered in a graphic style that honors Indigenous people. The bold artwork adds impact to the compelling text." (Kirkus starred review)"The prose is reminiscent of an inspirational speech (Everyonespath looks different), with a message of service that includes fun biographical facts, such as her love of Bruce Lee. Pawis-Steckley (who is Ojibwe Woodland) contributes boldly lined and colored digital illustrations, inflected with Native symbols and bold colors. A hopeful and accessible picture book profile." (Publishers Weekly)"Affecting picture-book autobiography." (The Horn Book)Acclaim includesA Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year 2022 - Outstanding Merit in biography and memoirOn Here Wee Read's 2021 Ultimate List of Diverse Children's Books2022 ALSC Notable Childrens Books in the middle readers category2022 Booklist from Rise A Feminist Book ProjectEarly Readers NonfictionNominee for 2022 Reading the West book awardSelected as CCBC Choices 2022biography, autobiography and memoir
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