"We are a people who matter." Inspired by President Barack Obama's Of Thee I Sing, Go Show the World is a tribute to historic and modern-day Indigenous heroes, featuring important figures such as Tecumseh, Sacagawea and former NASA astronaut John Herrington.
WAB KINEW is the bestselling, award-winning author of Go Show the
World and The Reason You Walk. An Honourary Witness for the Truth
and Reconciliation Commission of Canada and a follower of the
Anishinaabe way of life, he is a former journalist, hip-hop artist
and television host who was named by Postmedia News as one of "9
Aboriginal movers and shakers you should know." Kinew lives in
Winnipeg with his family. This is his first picture book.
JOE MORSE is an artist living in Toronto, Ontario. Known for his
portraits of celebrities and sports stars, his work has been
commissioned by Universal Pictures, Nike, Major League Baseball,
Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly, The New York Times and The
Guardian, and has won over 200 international awards. The picture
books he has illustrated include Casey at the Bat, which was
nominated for a Governor General's Literary Award for Children's
Illustration; Play Ball Jackie! and Hoop Genius. He is the
Coordinator of the Bachelor of Illustration program at Sheridan
College in Oakville, Ontario.
A New York Public Library’s Best Book for Kids 2018
A Canadian Children's Book Centre Best Book Cover of 2018
A Montreal Gazette Best Book to Give Kids for the Holidays
One of The Colours of Us' 50 Best Multicultural Books
PRAISE FOR Go Show the World:
"Kinew aims to uplift and inspire youth, especially Indigenous
youth. . . . More's watercolor, digital color, and collage
illustrations are masterful . . . creating a flow that suggests
looking forward to a bright and hopeful future. . . . [A] beautiful
celebration of Indigenous excellence." —Kirkus Reviews
"Joe Morse's digitally coloured, watercolour, and collage pictures
are richly textured and captivating. They anchor the book with
proud portraits of Indigenous people. . . . The penultimate spread
. . . [features] a jubilant First Nations boy looking up at the
northern lights. The author's note, which follows the story,
eloquently explains the impact of Indigenous cultures." —Quill &
Quire
"[I]n this glimpse into the lives of several Indigenous heroes,
Kinew, a member of the Midewin and an honorary witness for the
Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, underlines the key
idea that 'we are a people who matter./ Yes, it's true./ Now let's
show the world what people who matter can do.'" —Publishers
Weekly
"Kinew introduces a variety of American and Canadian Indigenous men
and women who made their mark and opened pathways for others to
follow. . . . Kinew uses his musical background to write about his
subjects in short rhymes meant to have the feel of rap. Morse,
meanwhile, provides bold paintings." —Booklist
"This book is inspiring for all children in showing us how these
heroes have triumphed over adversity, and is highly recommended to
have at home and in the library." —Highly Recommended, Canadian
Children’s Book News
"It is a call to action and a message of hope for the Indigenous
community, as well as a lesson to all readers of the valuable
contributions made by American and Canadian Indigenous peoples. . .
. This book is highly recommended for personal, school and private
libraries." —Highly Recommended, Resource Links
"Kinew quashes stereotypes and provides readers with both
historical and contemporary examples of diverse American and
Canadian Indigenous leaders. . . . Go Show the World belongs in
every school library." —CM Magazine
"[T]he reverberation of the central theme—you matter—and the
gorgeous illustrations will resonate with readers." —School Library
Connection
"This is a forever book; one that the child can grow with from the
youngest age[.]"—Windspeaker
"[H]ighlights true stories relevant to Indigenous and
non-Indigenous youth, showing examples of strength and resilience,
overcoming adversity, pride, and success to inspire children of all
backgrounds." —Teacher Librarian
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