A range of poets introduce various aspects of African American history and culture. The alphabet is used as the device to introduce and organize the carefully selected poetry and stylized paintings to create an evocative whole.
Tales drawn from the oral tradition are retold with verve and musical language certain to delight listeners of all ages. Bryan's paintings decorate each tale, bringing characters and plot vividly to life.
Rhythmic, original poems combine lyrical, evocative language and gentle lessons in this attractively illustrated collection. Each original poem begs to be shared aloud and is sure to delight both reader and listener.
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Short verse and dynamic woodcut illustration combine to reveal characteristics of farm animals, from rooster to rabbit with lots in between.
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Colorful illustrations by two award-winning artists decorate Gilchrist's short poem celebrating different aspects of America — which combine to make a rich, unified whole.
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The poet celebrates growing up in the Caribbean, in Jamaica. Lively illustrations decorate the lively language used, including some dialect, in this evocative collection.
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When they visit their favorite relative, Aunt Flossie, Sara and Susan enjoy her collection of hats and their many stories as they share tea, cookies and crab cakes.
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Young Jay Jay helps his loving and much loved grandmother prepare for a big family dinner.
Gabby and her grandmother enjoy doing "green" projects when they spend time together. Tips and instructions for making a cloth bag are included.
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In the middle of a busy family, only grandfather has the time to walk and look with his grandson as long as they like.