The Drumbeat of Haiti: Book One — A Journey Through Courage, Freedom, and Hope

In a small town by the sea, a curious young Haitian child sits beneath a mango tree with some very big questions. Who were the first people to live here? Why do we dance to the beat of drums? And why is Haiti known as the first free Black nation? With the loving guidance of a grandmother who reminds the child that their roots run “deeper than the ocean,” a journey of discovery begins. Through curiosity, family, and the powerful rhythm of Haiti, the child starts to uncover a heritage filled with courage, freedom, strength, and hope. Presented in English and Haitian Creole (Kreyòl), The Drumbeat of Haiti: Book One introduces young readers to Haitian identity and history while encouraging them to ask questions, explore their roots, and take pride in where they come from. The journey begins with a question. The drumbeat leads the way