Homegrown chicana studies Jeffery Martin takes poetry to

Jeffery Martin takes poetry to untested waters and makes his point in the smiles

and they feel safe and seen while reading them

By Kelly Lytle Hernandez

and what it means to be Muslim in America—all through the lens of love

evoking both heritage and the human family

Homegrown chicana studies Jeffery Martin takes poetry toBy DeAnn Wiley A touching and stunningly illustrated ode to the homesand loved onesthat raise us, perfect for fans of Black Is a Rainbow Color, Saturday, and Last Stop on Market Street. While her mother puts the finishing touches on her twists, a young girl asks what it means to be "homegrown". Touring precious memories and lively rooms warmed by family, Mama and Granny explain that home isn't just a place, but rather a reflection of people who