Books can serve as a powerful tool in raising children who are aware of their history and joyful, resilient, and deeply connected to their heritage. On todays episode, we explore the powerful middle-grade novel, KIN: ROOTED IN HOPE, by award-winning author Carole Boston Weatherford and illustrator Jeffery Weatherford.

During the conversation, Carole and Jeffery share the inspiration behind the book, the poetic forms used to write the book, working together, and how Kin addresses essential themes, heritage, and storytelling.

This episode was produced by Jacqueline Douge and edited by Manuel Simon.

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