Family relationships are explored and affirmed in this joyful anthology of poems celebrating the diversity of African American families. Michael collaborated with his mother, noted educator Dorothy Strickland, to bring us this warm collection. Poems include Langston Hughes' "Aunt Sue's Stories", Eloise Greenfield's, "Honey I Love", and the traditional "Hush Little Baby". Other rich and powerful poems by writers including Nikki Giovanni, Lindamichellebaron, and Lucille Clifton are rooted in deeply felt values of belonging and mutual respect.
"A fine collection of 23 poems. Youngsters' voices come through vibrantly in these traditional and contemporary works that express the joy, sorrow, and excitement of childhood ... a book to be shared and enjoyed by all children."
