African Americans - General & Miscellaneous, African American Poetry, Poetry - General & Miscellaneous, Characteristics & Qualities - Self-Improvement, Emotions - Psychology
Cherish Me
Joyce Carol Thomas, Nneka Bennett (Illustrator)
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Overview
First published in Thomas's award-winning collection of poetry"Brown Honey in Broomwheat Tea", this prose poem carries with it a heartfelt message for young children who are just learning to appreciate their own unique and wonderful qualities. Full color."For children discovering their individuality, this beautiful poem celebrates uniqueness, love, and self-awareness"-- Cover back.
Editorials
Children's Literature -
In this short poem, Thomas celebrates the awareness of self, as she relates the color of the young girl's skin to the earth and her hair to the night sky. While the girl pictured is of African American descent, the book could appeal to a broader audience with its celebration of acceptance and love.Book Details
Published
September 1, 1998
Publisher
New York, N.Y. : HarperFestival, c1998.
Pages
24
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780694010974