Iampamp39m finding my talk And it may take some time But Iampamp39m learning to speak In a language thatampamp39s mine.A response to Rita Joeampamp39s iconic poem ampampquotI Lost My Talkampampquot and published simultaneously with the new childrenampamp39s book edition illustrated by Pauline Young comes a companion picture book by awardwinning spokenword artist and Miampamp39kmaw activist Rebecca Thomas. A secondgeneration residential school survivor Thomas writes this response poem openly and honestly reflecting on the process of working through the destructive effects of colonialism.From sewing regalia to dancing at powow to learning traditional language Iampamp39m Finding My Talk is about rediscovering her community and finding culture. Features stunning vibrant illustrations by Miampamp39kmaw artist Pauline Young.