I'm From

"“Where are you from?” is one of those loaded questions that can feel like more than a simple inquiry. Gary R. Gray Jr. acknowledges the thorniness of the phrase, but transforms it into an invitation to kids to explore and celebrate their unique backgrounds. Oge Mora’s captivating artwork bounces effortlessly between emotions, deftly moving from the bustle of a school bus to the cold isolation in class to the warm embrace of a loving family. Many of us are so focused on what’s next, it’s helpful to be reminded that before we can know where we’re going, we have to understand where we’re from. (For ages 4 to 8)"