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Does America love them when they speak? Or whisper? Or shout? When they stand? Does America love them just as they are?\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInspired by the questions of her own childhood, author and artist Daria Peoples-Riley has created a powerful and important book for Americans of all ages--an essential addition to every bookshelf and classroom. Her poetic text encourages readers to confront bias, prejudice, and discrimination and invites readers to reflect and respond with their own answers, while honoring the identities of black and brown children and people of color.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe unforgettable monochromatic oil paintings incorporate patriotic colors--red, white, and blue--to evoke deeply felt emotion and unique perspective. 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Fans of Misty Copeland's Firebird and Matt de la Peña's Last Stop on Market Street will want to read it over and over again.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen a young dancer is nervous about her upcoming auditions, her shadow springs to life and leads her on a joyous exploration of their city. 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