Latham, Irene
Can I Touch Your Hair?: A conversation
- ISBN 13:
- 9781786077370
- author:
- Latham, Irene
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Oneworld Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2019
- Pages:
- 48
- Dimensions:
- 24 x 17 x 0.5 centimetres (0.18
- Genre:
- Poetry, General, Children's,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
A powerful story told through linked poems explores questions of race and identity in an honest way for younger readers. Irene Latham and Charles Waters use their fictional classroom poetry project to delve into different experiences of race, discussing topics such as hair, hobbies, and family dinners. Accompanied by artwork from acclaimed illustrators Sean Qualls and Selina Alko, this remarkable collaboration invites readers to share their own words about their experiences. A relatable and thought-provoking book that raises important questions in a tangible way. This book is suitable for a broad range of readers who want to engage with these issues in a meaningful way.