Black Gold Pierce Freelon she draws from the earth—rich

she draws from the earth—rich

Author Traci Sorell is a member of the Cherokee Nation

asking questions of each other along the way

and environmentalist

They can sing and dance together

Black Gold Pierce Freelon she draws from the earth—rich"Obuobi pens an origin story thats at once earthly and impressively cosmic, an ethereal childrens debut that centers a Black childs beginnings." Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Lyrical, empowering, and inspiring. An affirmation of the miracle each individual is. Yamile Saied Mndez, author of Where Are You From? and What Will You Be? This lyrical picture book is a joyous, poetic, celebration of Black children and a reminder of the Universes