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A Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Book
A 2023 New York Times Best Children’s Book
A 2023 Publisher’s Weekly Best Picture Book
An NPR Best Book of the Year
#1 New York Times Bestselling and award-winning author of The Undefeated, Kwame Alexander, pens a powerful picture book that tells the story of American slavery through the voice of a teacher struggling to help her students understand its harrowing history.
From the fireside tales in an African village, through the unspeakable passage across the Atlantic, to the backbreaking work in the fields of the South, this is a story of a people’s struggle and strength, horror and hope. This is the story of American slavery, a story that needs to be told and understood by all of us. A testament to the resilience of the African American community, this book honors what has been and envisions what is to be.
With stunning mixed-media illustrations by Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award winning artist Dare Coulter, this is a potent book for those who want to speak the truth. Perfect for family sharing, the classroom, and homeschooling.
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Discover the acclaimed poetry of Kwame Alexander
The first book in a breathtaking trilogy that tells the story of a boy, a village, and the epic odyssey of an African family. This sequel to The Door of No Return weaves a story of struggle, determination, and the unflappable faith of an American family. Tells the story of American slavery through the voice of a teacher struggling to help her students understand. This powerful memoir features poetry, letters, and recipes, that provide an intimate look into the author’s life.
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (January 3, 2023)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 56 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 031647312X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316473125
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 – 8 years
Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool – 3
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.28 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.75 x 0.5 x 10.75 inches
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Customers find the visual design stunning and the writing style expertly told. They also say the subject is serious and the book is expertly written.
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