In this inspiring collection of poems, National Book Award-winner Joyce Carol Thomas pays tribute to family and individuality. "Cooper's paintings are warm, contemplative--a beautiful complement to Thomas' eloquence."--"Kirkus Reviews, " (pointer). Full color. 1994 Coretta Scott King Award Honor Book for Nonfiction; 1994 Coretta Scott King Honor Book for Illustrations; 1994 Notable Children's Trade Book in Social Studies; 1994 Notable Trade Books in the Language Arts.