Kevin Maillard, Juana Martinez-Neal (Illustrator)
2019 48 pages(Roaring Brook Press)
9781626727465
1626727465
Using illustrations that show the diversity in Native America and spare poetic text that emphasizes fry bread in terms of provenance, this volume tells the story of a post-colonial food that is a shared tradition for Native American families all across the North American continent. Includes a recipe and an extensive author note that delves into the social ways, foodways, and politics of America’s 573 recognized tribes.
Why I like this book: Fry Bread has a more varied representation of what native families can look like, with a range of hair colors and textures representing native people beyond the stereotypes typically portrayed. The book also shares how to make fry bread with the readers so they can participate too.
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