R. Gregory Christie

Books by This Illustrator

Love to Langston

By: Tony Medina
Illustrated by: R. Gregory Christie
Age Level: 6-9
This poetic tribute to Langston Hughes introduces the poet and the time in which he lived and worked. An author's note provides information about Hughes' life and will likely generate interest in Hughes' poetry. Stylized illustrations complement this unique story.

Make Way for Dyamonde Daniel

By: Nikki Grimes
Illustrated by: R. Gregory Christie
Age Level: 6-9

Self confident, cheerful, and bright but friendless, Dyamond is the newest kid in Mrs. Cordell's 3rd grade. That is, until a grumpy boy named Free moves to town — and a friendship begins. Lively, believable, and likeable characters introduce this new heroine.