Description
This vibrant collection of thirty-five poems celebrates Black childhood through the voices, imaginations, and everyday experiences of young people. With energy, warmth, and a deep sense of community, the poems explore play, family, identity, pride, and the joys of growing up. Written in accessible, musical language, the collection honors the richness of children’s perspectives while affirming the beauty and strength of Black life.
Available Editions
paperback
Hill and Wang
Published Jan 1, 1971
64 pages
ISBN: 0809087952
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Details
First Published
1971
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Spin a Soft Black Song by Nikki Giovanni.
Racism/Discrimination
Violence
Death/Grief