Freedom, We Sing

Description

I wonder, then, what freedom is. Is it a place? Is it a thought? Can it be stolen? Can it be bought? As powerful as it is beautiful, Freedom, We Sing is a lyrical picture book designed to inspire and give hope to readers around the world. Molly Mendoza's immersive, lush illustrations invite kids into the text, to ask themselves what it means to be free, while lyrical and emotive text is provided by musician Amyra Leon.

Amyra Leon is musician, performer, and poet from New York City. She has collaborated and performed for the BBC, Roundhouse, Amnesty International, and many more. An alumna of the Nuyorican Slam Team, Amy fuses music and poetry through powerfully transparent performances focusing on social inequalities and celebrating love, blackness, and what it means to be woman. Molly Mendoza is an American illustrator and comic artist who graduated from Pacific Northwest College of Art. They have gone on to develop a rich personal art practice, self-publishing numerous comics as well as working with clients such as The New York Times, The Atlantic, Hazlitt, and Adobe among others. They currently live in Portland, Oregon. Their first book is SKIP (Nobrow).

The opening line of the book sets a beautiful tone that resonates throughout the book. * The Independent * A hymn to the joy of living authentically in the moment, and of treasuring our loved ones and the freedom we possess. * BookTrust * Its musical rhythm and visual poetry delicately covey a beautiful message of peace, equality, and freedom. * Francesca Sanna, award-winning creator of The Journey * A joyful song to freedom, healing, breath and family. * Anna McKerrow * They talk about life, love and family in this poetic and diverse look at humanity. The stunning, vibrant illustrations by Molly Mendoza are eye catching and inviting, as soon as you see the cover you are tempted to discover more. The lyrical and emotive text begs to be read aloud. * A Library Lady * This is an uplifting, yet thought-provoking book. * Thepicturebookconsultant on Instagram * A beautiful lyrical book about freedom and love, empowering and uplifting. Gorgeous illustrations too. * @diverse_kids_books on Instagram * A rhythmical, inspirational poem about equality, peace and freedom. A pertinent and timely read. * @pbooksblogger on Instagram * A universal prayer-song; a global meditation on everyone's right to live in peace and be free. * Mat_at_Brookes on Twitter * A stunning poem about the true meaning of freedom as told by a mother to her child. It is a book filled with hope and magic powered by beautiful words and astounding art. * @smithsmm on Twitter * A wonderful array of discussions can be brought forth from this beautiful work that recognises all of us have a part to play in the world and our very existence is what our ancestors wished for. * @thetinyactivists on Instagram * This is a warm hug of love between Black mother and child, given to us with gorgeous words and moving imagery. * @inclusivestorytime on Instagram * A work of art both visually, lyrically and spiritually. So much scope to use in teaching- writing, reading, PSHE, art, history. * @SlatteryMr on Twitter * This picture book is gorgeous! * Helping Kids Rise * An empowering picture book that looks at the nature of freedom. * Red Reading Hub * A great introduction to the concept of freedom. * Library Mice * A visually stunning and lyrical book designed to uplift and inspire young readers from all walks of life -- Doorstep Library