Our Children Can Soar: A Celebration Of Rosa, Barack, And The Pioneers Of Change
by Michelle Cook, Illustrated by Shadra Strickland

This unique picture book is part history, part poetry, and entirely inspirational. It takes the reader step by simple step through the cumulative story of the US Civil Rights Movement, showing how select pioneers’ achievements led up to the landmark moment when we elected our first black president. Each historical figure is rendered by a different award-winning illustrator, highlighting the singular and vibrant contribution that each figure made.

Includes Illustrations by the following illustrators:

• Leo and Diane Dillon,
• Eric Velasquez,
• R. Gregory Christie,
• James Ransome,
• Bryan Collier,
• Shadra Strickland,
• Frank Morrison,
• Pat Cummings,
• Cozbi Cabrera,
• Charlotte Riley-Webb,
• AG Ford, and
• E. B. Lewis