Just Like Me Indian and empowering the next generation

and empowering the next generation of leaders

” —SLJ

Whatever secrets Brother Rush's whispered message held

and Mama says it’s time for bed

Just Like Me Indian and empowering the next generationAn ode to the girl with scrapes on her knees and flowers in her hair, and every girl in between, this exquisite treasury will appeal to readers of Dear Girl and I Am Enough and have kids poring over it to find a poem that's just for them. I am a canvas Being painted on By the words of my family Friends And community From Vanessa Brantley Newton, the author of Grandma's Purse , comes a collection of poetry filled with engaging mini stories about girls