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Meaning of the poem I am an African Child
· The message in the poem African Child comes at the end after describing his life: He is black and proud. The poem was written to foster a positive image of the African child and to help reconnect children of African ancestry to a positive image of their African heritage and identity.
The aim is to get this poem into the hand of every child of African heritage. The poem can be given as a give on occasions such as birthdays, naming ceremonies, baby shower, or holidays
With the stunning design, illustration and frame; it could be hung on a wall or placed on your office or study desk as a reminder of your identity and potential, or to give an African theme or feel to your space.
The poem has been used by kids in predominantly white areas as an answer to bullying based on ethnicity.
