A powerful story told through linked poems which raise questions of race and identity in an honest and tangible way for younger readers.
US based poets Irene Latham and Charles Waters were sort of friends when they began writing this book together. Now, after many email and text messages (and the occasional phone call), they are friends for life. They believe poetry can start conversations and change lives.
‘A unique, poetic approach to discussing race through the eyes of
two children… Each poem has a simplicity and honesty that reflects
the reality of so many children, illustrating their similarities
and differences with sensitivity and thoughtfulness without
shirking the big issues… exudes truth and reality throughout.’
*School Librarian*
‘The poems delicately demonstrate the complexity of identity and
the power of communication to build friendships.’
*Publishers Weekly*
‘A compelling portrait of two youngsters dancing delicately through
a racial minefield.'
*J. Patrick Lewis, former US Children's Poet Laureate*
‘These poems explore diversity with refreshing honesty and
complexity.’
*Janet Wong, author and co-creator of The Poetry Friday Anthology
series*
'An unusually candid book for pre-YA kids about race and
difference, allowing for the possibility of the mistakes (the word
is right in the subtitle) but also a hopeful outcome as Irene and
Charles find enrichment in their friendship.'
*The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books*
'A fresh and heartwarming take on bridging the racial divide.'
*Carole Boston Weatherford, author of Voice of Freedom*
'This is a story to treasure, and should be in every classroom...
The poems are intensely moving, occasionally funny, and often
revealing... A superb book.'
*Books for Keeps*
'A brave and touching portrayal worthy of sharing in classrooms
across America.'
*Kirkus*
'An excellent read-aloud or a launch pad for collaborative
classroom writing.'
*Horn Book Magazine*
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