Gems from the Elders: A Book of African-American ProverbsWise words are a staple of both African American dialogue and experience. Dr. Tamara Pizzoli personally selected a set of sixteen often used, heard and referenced phrases in the African American culture to share with readers. The proverbs are accompanied by bright and bold illustrations painted by Jamilla Okubo. Written by Dr. Tamara Pizzoli, illustrated by Jamilla Okubo

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When the pigs grow tired of being complained about

close family and servants

Zen loves music

Enjoy the simultaneously diverse and uniform illustrations on each page and get in on the fun by drawing your own hairstyle for letter Y

Boogey realizes that his darling children truly are troublesome

and finds there are both trials and triumphs in the process of attaining success

This book is a perfect introduction for early readers to imagine and explore all of the wonderful ways books can be used

herbs and spices are one of the ways used all over the world to add a pop of flavor and pizzazz to any plate

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illustrated by Constanza Goeppinger

Sebastian Pizzoli