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<p><b>Former Halifax Poet Laureate and second-generation residential school survivor Rebecca Thomas writes honestly and powerfully in this companion piece to Rita Joe’s <i>I Lost My Talk</i>. Includes vibrant illustrations from Mi’kmaw artist Pauline Young.</b></p><p>A response to Rita Joe’s iconic poem <i>I Lost My Talk,</i> and published simultaneously with the new children’s book edition illustrated by Pauline Young, comes a companion picture book by award—winning spoken—word artist and Mi’kmaw activist Rebecca Thomas. A second—generation residential school survivor, Thomas writes this response poem openly and honestly, reflecting on the process of working through the destructive effects of colonialism.<br>
From sewing regalia to dancing at powwow to learning traditional language, <i>I’m Finding My Talk</i> is about rediscovering her community, and finding culture. Features stunning, vibrant illustrations by Mi’kmaw artist Pauline Young.<br>