Go Show the World
By Wab Kinew
The Story
A rap-inspired tribute moves through the stories of Indigenous heroes past and present — Tecumseh, Sacagawea, Crazy Horse, astronaut John Herrington, NHL goalie Carey Price — all building to one message: we are people who matter.
Why It's Special
For the kid who loves rhythm and rhyme as much as history, this turns real lives into something that reads like a song.
- Big idea: Pride in identity and heritage carries forward — the past and present are linked by people who show what's possible.
- Vibes: Rhythmic, proud, celebratory, anthem-like.
Perfect For Kids Who
- love rhyming, rap-inspired text
- are curious about real historical and modern-day figures
- are working on understanding pride in heritage and identity
- respond well to bold, striking artwork paired with strong messages
Ask Your Little Reader
- Real-life connection: Which person in the book did you want to learn more about — Tecumseh, Sacagawea, or someone else?
- Big idea: What do you think it means when the book says 'we are people who matter'?
- Imagination: If you could show the world what you can do, like John Herrington did in space, what would you want to do?
- Feelings & empathy: Why do you think it's important to hear about both famous heroes and lesser-known ones, like Net-no-kwa?
- Personal reflection: What's something about your own family or background that makes you proud?
