Gems from the Elders: A Book of African-American Proverbs TESH

Gems from the Elders: A Book of African-American Proverbs TESHWise words are a staple of both African American dialogue and experience. Dr. Tamara Pizzoli personally selected a set of sixteen often used, heard and referenced phrases in the African American culture to share with readers. The proverbs are accompanied by bright and bold illustrations painted by Jamilla Okubo. Written by Dr. Tamara Pizzoli, illustrated by Jamilla Okubo

Pilar is a child who loves making decisions

illustrated by Jamilla Okubo

Be a Voice

Teeth Titans

and finds that his uniqueness is appreciated by many

they rally together and transform the hog pen into a luxury hotel for swine

While Cyrus's mother whips together delicious apple pies and his father lovingly squeezes fresh orange juice for breakfast daily

but her very favorite genre is hip hop

Boogey is a regular guy who does regular things

all the time

but a lesson in hope and destiny for the pair

she crosses the Saharan sands with her trusted caravan