Go Show the World

A Celebration of Indigenous Heroes

Author Wab Kinew
Illustrated by Joe Morse
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Hardcover
$17.99 US
11.69"W x 10.69"H x 0.41"D  
On sale Sep 11, 2018 | 40 Pages | 9780735262928
Grades K-4
Reading Level: Fountas & Pinnell P
"We are a people who matter." Inspired by President Barack Obama's Of Thee I Sing, Go Show the World is a tribute to historic and modern-day Indigenous heroes, featuring important figures such as Tecumseh, Sacagawea and former NASA astronaut John Herrington.

Celebrating the stories of Indigenous people throughout time, Wab Kinew has created a powerful rap song, the lyrics of which are the basis for the text in this beautiful picture book, illustrated by the acclaimed Joe Morse. Including figures such as Crazy Horse, Net-no-kwa, former NASA astronaut John Herrington and Canadian NHL goalie Carey Price, Go Show the World showcases a diverse group of Indigenous people in the US and Canada, both the more well known and the not- so-widely recognized. Individually, their stories, though briefly touched on, are inspiring; collectively, they empower the reader with this message: "We are people who matter, yes, it's true; now let's show the world what people who matter can do."
© Graham Constant
WAB KINEW is the bestselling, award-winning author of The Everlasting Road, Walking in Two Worlds, Go Show the World and The Reason You Walk. A member of the Midewin and an Honorary Witness for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, he is a former journalist, hip-hop artist and television host who was named by Postmedia News as one of "9 Aboriginal movers and shakers you should know." Kinew, who is a provincial politician in Manitoba, lives in Winnipeg with his family. View titles by Wab Kinew
JOE MORSE is an artist living in Toronto, Ontario. Known for his portraits of celebrities and sports stars, his work has been commissioned by Universal Pictures, Nike, Major League Baseball, Rolling StoneEntertainment WeeklyThe New York Times and The Guardian, and has won over 200 international awards. The picture books he has illustrated include Casey at the Bat, which was nominated for a Governor General's Literary Award for Children's Illustration; Play Ball Jackie! and Hoop Genius. He is the Coordinator of the Bachelor of Illustration program at Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario. View titles by Joe Morse
  • WINNER | 2019
    Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children’s Book Awards
  • NOMINEE | 2020
    Silver Birch Prize
  • SHORTLIST | 2020
    Rocky Mountain Book Award
  • SHORTLIST | 2019
    Norma Fleck Award for Canadian Children’s Non-Fiction
  • AWARD | 2019
    OLA Best Bets for Children's Fiction
  • FINALIST | 2018
    Governor General's Literary Awards - Children's Literature - Illustration
One of New York Public Library’s Best Books for Kids 2018
One of Canadian Children's Book Centre's Best Book Covers of 2018
One of Montreal Gazette's Best Books to Give Kids for the Holidays
One of The Colours of Us' 50 Best Multicultural Books


PRAISE FOR Go Show the World:


“This book is inspiring for all children in showing us how these heroes have triumphed over adversity, and is highly recommended to have at home and in the library.” --Highly Recommended, Canadian Children’s Book News

“It is a call to action and a message of hope for the Indigenous community, as well as a lesson to all readers of the valuable contributions made by American and Canadian Indigenous peoples. . . . This book is highly recommended for personal, school and private libraries.” --Highly Recommended, Resource Links

“Kinew quashes stereotypes and provides readers with both historical and contemporary examples of diverse American and Canadian Indigenous leaders. . . . Go Show the World, a powerful and uplifting book, belongs in every school library.” --CM Magazine

“The book’s message, repeated throughout, still resonates.” --Booklist

"A beautiful celebration of Indigenous excellence." --Kirkus Reviews

"The reverberation of the central theme—you matter—and the gorgeous illustrations will resonate with readers" --School Library Connection

“Kinew . . .  underlines the key idea that "we are people who matter./Yes, it’s true./ Now let’s show the world what people who matter can do."” --Publishers Weekly

“This is a forever book; one that the child can grow with from the youngest age[.]”--Windspeaker

“[H]ighlights true stories relevant to Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth, showing examples of strength and resilience, overcoming adversity, pride, and success to inspire children of all backgrounds.” --Teacher Librarian

About

"We are a people who matter." Inspired by President Barack Obama's Of Thee I Sing, Go Show the World is a tribute to historic and modern-day Indigenous heroes, featuring important figures such as Tecumseh, Sacagawea and former NASA astronaut John Herrington.

Celebrating the stories of Indigenous people throughout time, Wab Kinew has created a powerful rap song, the lyrics of which are the basis for the text in this beautiful picture book, illustrated by the acclaimed Joe Morse. Including figures such as Crazy Horse, Net-no-kwa, former NASA astronaut John Herrington and Canadian NHL goalie Carey Price, Go Show the World showcases a diverse group of Indigenous people in the US and Canada, both the more well known and the not- so-widely recognized. Individually, their stories, though briefly touched on, are inspiring; collectively, they empower the reader with this message: "We are people who matter, yes, it's true; now let's show the world what people who matter can do."

Author

© Graham Constant
WAB KINEW is the bestselling, award-winning author of The Everlasting Road, Walking in Two Worlds, Go Show the World and The Reason You Walk. A member of the Midewin and an Honorary Witness for the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, he is a former journalist, hip-hop artist and television host who was named by Postmedia News as one of "9 Aboriginal movers and shakers you should know." Kinew, who is a provincial politician in Manitoba, lives in Winnipeg with his family. View titles by Wab Kinew
JOE MORSE is an artist living in Toronto, Ontario. Known for his portraits of celebrities and sports stars, his work has been commissioned by Universal Pictures, Nike, Major League Baseball, Rolling StoneEntertainment WeeklyThe New York Times and The Guardian, and has won over 200 international awards. The picture books he has illustrated include Casey at the Bat, which was nominated for a Governor General's Literary Award for Children's Illustration; Play Ball Jackie! and Hoop Genius. He is the Coordinator of the Bachelor of Illustration program at Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario. View titles by Joe Morse

Awards

  • WINNER | 2019
    Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children’s Book Awards
  • NOMINEE | 2020
    Silver Birch Prize
  • SHORTLIST | 2020
    Rocky Mountain Book Award
  • SHORTLIST | 2019
    Norma Fleck Award for Canadian Children’s Non-Fiction
  • AWARD | 2019
    OLA Best Bets for Children's Fiction
  • FINALIST | 2018
    Governor General's Literary Awards - Children's Literature - Illustration

Praise

One of New York Public Library’s Best Books for Kids 2018
One of Canadian Children's Book Centre's Best Book Covers of 2018
One of Montreal Gazette's Best Books to Give Kids for the Holidays
One of The Colours of Us' 50 Best Multicultural Books


PRAISE FOR Go Show the World:


“This book is inspiring for all children in showing us how these heroes have triumphed over adversity, and is highly recommended to have at home and in the library.” --Highly Recommended, Canadian Children’s Book News

“It is a call to action and a message of hope for the Indigenous community, as well as a lesson to all readers of the valuable contributions made by American and Canadian Indigenous peoples. . . . This book is highly recommended for personal, school and private libraries.” --Highly Recommended, Resource Links

“Kinew quashes stereotypes and provides readers with both historical and contemporary examples of diverse American and Canadian Indigenous leaders. . . . Go Show the World, a powerful and uplifting book, belongs in every school library.” --CM Magazine

“The book’s message, repeated throughout, still resonates.” --Booklist

"A beautiful celebration of Indigenous excellence." --Kirkus Reviews

"The reverberation of the central theme—you matter—and the gorgeous illustrations will resonate with readers" --School Library Connection

“Kinew . . .  underlines the key idea that "we are people who matter./Yes, it’s true./ Now let’s show the world what people who matter can do."” --Publishers Weekly

“This is a forever book; one that the child can grow with from the youngest age[.]”--Windspeaker

“[H]ighlights true stories relevant to Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth, showing examples of strength and resilience, overcoming adversity, pride, and success to inspire children of all backgrounds.” --Teacher Librarian

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