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Sharice's Big Voice
Sharice's Big Voice: A Native Kid Becomes a Congresswoman | TBD, Sharice Davids, Nancy K. Mays
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This acclaimed picture book autobiography tells the triumphant story of Sharice Davids, one of the first Native American women elected to Congress, and the first LGBTQ congressperson to represent Kansas. When Sharice Davids was young, she never thought shed be in Congress. And she never thought shed be one of the first Native American women in Congress. During her campaign, she heard from a lot of doubters. They said she couldnt win because of how she looked, who she loved, and where she came from. But everyones path looks different and everyones path has obstacles. And this is the remarkable story of Sharice Davids path to Congress. Beautifully illustrated by Joshua Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley, an Ojibwe Woodland artist, this powerful autobiographical picture book teaches readers to use their big voice and that everyone deserves to be seenand heard! The back matter includes information about the Ho-Chunk written by former Ho-Chunk President Jon Greendeer, an artist note, and an inspiring letter to children from Sharice Davids. "Rich, vivid illustrations by Ojibwe Woodland artist Pawis-Steckley are delivered in a graphic style that honors Indigenous people. The bold artwork adds impact to the compelling text." (Kirkus starred review) "The prose is reminiscent of an inspirational speech (Everyones path looks different), with a message of service that includes fun biographical facts, such as her love of Bruce Lee. Pawis-Steckley (who is Ojibwe Woodland) contributes boldly lined and colored digital illustrations, inflected with Native symbols and bold colors. A hopeful and accessible picture book profile." (Publishers Weekly) "Affecting picture-book autobiography." (The Horn Book) Acclaim includes: On Here Wee Read's 2021 Ultimate List of Diverse Children's Books 2022 ALSC Notable Childrens Books in the middle readers category 2022 Booklist from Rise: A Feminist Book ProjectEarly Readers Nonfiction Nominee for 2022 Reading the West book award Selected as CCBC Choices 2022biography, autobiography and memoir
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mahala28

you deserve to be seen- and heard

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mahala28

She‘s queer and native, an amazing voice to have in your clsssroom

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mahala28
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This book is a great story about a native girl who fought her way into congress to make change.Having this book adds needed representation

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analesemarrison

“ I learned the best way to learn about people is to listen to them.“

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analesemarrison

I think it is important to talk about congresswomen and their pasts on how they came to be.

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analesemarrison
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Sharice Davids was one of the first Native American women to be voted into congress and was the first LGBTQ congresswoman to represent Kansas.

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rileydenney

“You deserve to be seen and heard.“

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rileydenney

This is an inspiring story.

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rileydenney
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This book tells the story of Sharice David's life, the first Native American congresswoman in Kansas. It is a good read for young children.

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Emitalski

I love this inspirational story.

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Emitalski
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This book highlights the life of Sharice David‘s. A native woman who ran for congress and was the first Native American woman who was a congressman for Kansas. A good read.

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Jhill24

A great read for kids! It is easy to follow and engaging. Tells the story of becoming a congress woman

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Jhill24
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This book is a biography. It is an easy read about the woman, Sharice Davids. A Native American woman who became a congressman ( woman)

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Biography, published 2021. This book is about a “native kid who becomes a congresswoman”. It is a great read for women empowerment and to show children that women can do things too. Books like these can help break gender bias and stereotypes and give children hope for their lives.

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Rarer than a biography that young kids can read independently and enjoy is the #autobiography
So much greatness in this book. The illustrations are gorgeous. Davids explains how she made history which is impressive, but I'm grateful for this book for featuring a contemporary 🇺🇲 indigenous person. #mightygirl #LGBTQ listen, but not to the doubters