Pasha Westbrook
Pasha Westbrook, a multiracial writer and a Chickasaw and Choctaw Freedmen descendant, lives among the Arizona cacti with her husband and three beautiful boys. When she’s not voraciously reading, you’ll find her penning poetry, nourishing her plant babies, concocting herbal remedies, and reveling in nature as often as possible.
Kids Books (1)
Braided Roots: The Interweaving of History, Family, and a Father's Love
$29.99
Artists:
Format:
Hardcover
Text Content Territories:
Indigenous American; Native American; Chickasaw; Choctaw;
ISBN / Barcode: 9781339015385
Synopsis:
Synopsis:
A stunning, poetic debut picture book from Pasha Westbrook about honoring one’s roots and the unbreakable bond of familial love, brought to life with enchanting illustrations by Madelyn Goodnight.
Father braids my hair, just like his,
scented of coconut oil, the familiar tug of fingers on my scalp,
love in every twist...
As a young girl’s father lovingly yet painstakingly braids her hair, he weaves a story about the strength and resilience of their ancestors, Freedmen who walked the Trail of Tears from Mississippi to Oklahoma.
In this enchanting picture book, past and present come together in a tale about endurance, history, and love. With beautiful, sweeping illustrations by Madelyn Goodnight and debut author Pasha Westbrook's lyrical writing, Braided Roots tenderly explores the unwavering love between a father and daughter.
Educator Information
Recommended for ages 4 to 8.
Additional Information
40 pages | 8.00" x 10.00" | Hardcover
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