Download or read book Feeding the Roots of Self-Expression and Freedom written by Jimmy Santiago Baca and published by Teachers College Press. This book was released on 2018-11-14 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jimmy Santiago Baca, one of the foremost poets in America today, collaborates with two literacy professionals to present a teaching tool that includes curricular activities and probing questions crafted to help students heal through writing. Each exercise reinforces the theme that self-esteem borne from unique expression will improve student enjoyment and academic achievement.