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Remember Who You Are

Leona Prince and Gabrielle Prince, illustrated by Sara General

This lyrical picture book offers page-by-page affirmations about identity, respect, love, and truth. It invites children to reflect on their cultural roots, ancestors’ wisdom, personal gifts, and potential. Centering Indigenous heritage, the book presents children as connected to their communities and able to show leadership and kindness while recognizing their own strength.

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Book details

Lexile Text Measure
AD420L
Themes
Community · Cultural Heritage · Identity · Kindness · Leadership
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Published
September 16, 2025
Pages
32
ISBN-13
9781459840317
Language
English
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