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Where I Come From is an inspiring must read for children that encourages them to think, imagine and ask questions about history and their own heritage. Where I Come From is a loving way to introduce the difficult topic of slavery, while planting seeds of self esteem. Inspired by the poem Memories of a People; Where I Come From brings to life the unacknowledged contributions of the formerly enslaved. Rendered in colorful portraits, Where I Come From opens a window for the reader to see a new way to embrace the legacy and heritage of a people whose triumphant stories are our stories too.

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"Romalita was born in Newark, New Jersey. She is the author of ""Conversations in Lavender,"" a collection of prayers and poetry. Alongside her role as a chaplain, she is also a former high school History teacher.She graduated with honors from Duke University Divinity School, holding certifications in Black Church Studies from Duke Divinity School and in Youth and Theology from Princeton University Institute for Youth Ministry.An alumna of the HBCU Morris College and a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Romalita is dedicated to community leadership. She is the founder of the Rockingham County Leadership Ambassador Program for young women and chairs Rockingham County Reads: One County, One Book.Romalita's passions include reading to children, exploring history, enjoying classic films, savoring anything lemon-flavored, visiting old bookstores, reveling in rainy days, cherishing the fragrance of gardenias, and admiring sunsets in autumn."

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