The Heartbeat Drum: The Story of Carol Powder, Cree Drummer and Activist (a Picture Book): The Story of Carol Powder, Cree Drummer and Activist (a Picture Book) Neil's Gift Guide 2025 Ben Ripley may only be

Ben Ripley may only be in middle school

partially led by her brother

It's been awhile since I read something so fascinating

she is determined to break free

The Heartbeat Drum: The Story of Carol Powder, Cree Drummer and Activist (a Picture Book): The Story of Carol Powder, Cree Drummer and Activist (a Picture Book) Neil's Gift Guide 2025 Ben Ripley may only beAuthor Deidre Havrelock's and illustrator Aphelandra's The Heartbeat Drum is an uplifting picture book biography of a Cree activist and musician who founded an Indigenous hand drumming group, led by women and children, that spreads joy, healing, and unity nishkisinn (We are strong) . . . ninikamonn (We are singing) . . . mna nika hkamyimonn (And we will continue) . . . Whenever young Carol Powder sang along to her family's music, her heart felt light