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“Four kids in T-shirts and jeans jam on a powwow stage. They’re grinning, bouncing, fully engaged with their music, each other, and the relaxed crowd. I’m splitting fry bread with a cousin as we cheer on the band, and across the tent, a young girl reading a paperback catches my eye. In that moment, I wish for more characters like those kids in the pages of children’s books. This anthology is a fulfillment of that wish.”

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Book:Ancestor Approved: Intertribal Stories for Kids
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Cynthia Leitich Smith
Cynthia Leitich Smith

Cynthia Leitich Smith is an American author known for her works in children's and young adult literature. Her books often explore themes of multiculturalism and identity, and have been well-received by readers. more

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