I Am Sausal Creek by Melissa Reyes

Hello nannies and parents! If you’re looking for a book recommendation that amplifies indigenous voices and Oakland’s rich history, we think you’ll love I Am Sausal Creek by Melissa Reyes. Beautifully illustrated with words in English and Spanish, this book guides its readers through the history of Oakland via the perspective of Sausal Creek, a local waterway. Purchase here from local publisher Nomadic Press.

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