We Are Here (an All Because You Matter Book) -- Tami Charles, Hardcover

An empowering follow-up to New York Times bestselling picture book All Because You Matter that celebrates the rich history of Black and brown men and women throughout history with soaring language and stunning illustration.

Lyrical, affirmational, and bursting with love, We Are Here is a poignant story about Black and brown heritage and community. Full of assurance, tenderness, and triumph, this much-anticipated follow-up to the New York Times bestselling picture book All Because You Matter offers an equally inspirational and arresting ode to all of the Black women and men throughout history who have made momentous contributions from the beginning of time.

Tami Charles shares the beauty and excellence in the history of the Black community, assuring Black and brown children of the extraordinary legacy from which they come. Charles's powerful and empowering text is accompanied with illustrations by renowned artist Bryan Collier, a four-time Caldecott Honor recipient and a nine-time Coretta Scott King Award winner or honoree. We Are Here celebrates readers with pride, joy, and love, reminding them of their roots, inviting readers to imagine a future that shines ever bright, and strengthening them for their triumphant days to come!

Author: Tami Charles
Publisher: Orchard Books
Published: 01/03/2023
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 10.10h x 10.20w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781338752045
Audience: Ages 4-8

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 12/01/2022
Publishers Weekly 12/19/2022
Booklist 01/01/2023 pg. 84