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Brave and Kind Books
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Sun, 28 Sep, 2025 at 12:00 pm to 02:00 pm (GMT-04:00)
Brave and Kind Books
722 West College Avenue, Decatur, United States
A beautiful, bold collection of more than 100 dazzling poems by Black poets for the whole family to treasure.
Discover classic favorites and new stars. This gorgeously illustrated children's anthology is the perfect introduction to poets such as Lucille Clifton, Langston Hughes, Benjamin Zephaniah, Gwendolyn Brooks, Maya Angelou, Amanda Gorman, Caleb Femi, and Joseph Coelho, and also features brand-new work by poets Nikki Grimes, Carole Boston Weatherford, and others.
Lovingly compiled by award-winning picture book writer and editor Traci N. Todd, this collection touches on a wide range of themes-hope and struggle, joy and pride, home and food, music and family. Each poem is paired with vibrant, inviting illustrations by Jade Orlando.
This beautiful gift book is a remarkable and moving tribute to the rich literary history and bright future of Black writing.
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Ticket type | Ticket price |
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Entry | Free |
SIGNED: This is Not a Small Voice | 31 USD |
DONATE to Brave + Kind Classroom | 31 USD |