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My Beautiful Voice

Joseph Coehlo

Illustrator: Allison Colpoys

Ages: 6+

Published: 2022

Publisher: Kane Miller/EDC Publishing

ISBN: 978-1-68464-469-8

Keywords: poetry, performance, shyness, fear, teacher support, mostly black characters

A young child, shy, fearful, and silent, finds her poetic voice with the support of her very special teacher. Energetic, vibrant illustrations.