Picture Book Pick: Remember

  Remember  by Joy Harjo, Poet Laureate Illustrated  by Michaela Goade, Caldecott Medalist Random House Studio Penguin Random House, LLC 2023 40 pages ISBN: 9780593484845 Remember is a poem by U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo captured in full color illustrations by Michaela Goade. It is a poem of remembrance but more importantly, a tribute to the earth, the sky, and the universe which we are all a part of.  Animals have tribes and families and histories, so we should remember to, "Talk to them, listen to them. They are alive poems." Living poems! Aren't we all? It's a great message to young readers and to all ages. We have only one planet, as we are increasinly aware of. It's up to humans to remember and to preserve for all living things.  This beautiful picture book is a must have for well-balanced collections for all ages. Every child will love the message.  Highly, highly recommended ages 2 and up.