Day or two later Freedom is one of the first words I teached myself to write. Down in the Quarters people pray for freedom - they sing 'bout freedom, but to keep Mas' Henley from knowin' their true feelings, they call freedom "heaven". Everybody's mind is on freedom. But it is the word that aine never showed me no picture. While fannin' this afternoon, my eyes fell on "freedom" in a book William was readin'. No wonder I don't see nothin'.I been spellin' it F-R-E-D-U-M. I put the right letters in my head to make sure I remembered their place. F-R-E-E-D-O-M. I just wrote it. Still no picture...
Jerry Pinkney Book order (chronological)
Jerry Pinkney stands as one of children's literature’s most time-honored artists. His distinctive artistic approach breathes life into stories through rich, detailed imagery that resonates deeply with readers of all ages. Over a career spanning more than four decades, Pinkney has consistently elevated the art of illustration, demonstrating a profound ability to capture emotion and narrative nuance. His celebrated work has redefined visual storytelling within the children's book landscape.
Lion and the Mouse
- 40 pages
- 2 hours of reading
In this wordless retelling of an Aesop fable set in the African Serengeti, an adventuresome mouse proves that even small creatures are capable of great deeds when she rescues the King of the Jungle.
In this remarkable and beautiful anthology featuring the likes of Maurice Sendak, Robert Sabuda, Rosemary Wells, and Eric Carle, twenty-three of the most honored and beloved artists in children’s literature talk informally to children—sharing secrets about their art and how they began their adventures into illustration. Fold-out pages featuring photographs of their early work, their studios and materials, as well as sketches and finished art create an exuberant feast for the eye that will attract both children and adults. Self-portraits of each illustrator crown this important anthology that celebrates the artists and the art of the picture book. An event book for the ages. Proceeds from the book will benefit the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art in Amherst, MA.
Fábulas de Esopo
- 128 pages
- 5 hours of reading
La cultura griega se caracteriza por ser racional, didáctica y forjadora de valores. Tales rasgos resultaron ser tan potentes que se traspasaron a todos los rincones del mundo helénico; así nació la fábula, relato de animales y/o personas cuyos actos encierran razonamientos y generan enseñanzas. En este hermoso libro se han seleccionado sesenta fábulas de Esopo, un género y un autor imitados sin cesar. Su permanente popularidad no es de extrañar, pues cada relato nos depara una sinfín de sorpresas: un molinero y su hijo deciden llevar a un burro a cuestas, un lobo se disfraza con una piel de oveja, una oca pone huevos de oro, una tortuga vence a una liebre en una carreraày mucho, mucho más.
The Ugly Duckling
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
A classic story by Hans Christian Andersen, The Ugly Duckling tells the familiar tale of growing up and self discovery. Cruelly tormented for his different appearance, the Duckling forsakes pecking hens and biting ducks for the solitude of the forest. Alone, he survives the bitter cold of both fellow animals and a hard winter to emerge in a triumphant springtime rebirth as the pond’s most beautiful swan. The expressive paintings of Robyn Officer capture the remarkable transformation, making this book a treasure for generations to come.
Retells the final adventures and misadventures of Brer Rabbit and his friends and enemies
Mirandy And Brother Wind
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Mirandy is sure she'll win the cake walk if she can catch Brother Wind for her partner, but he eludes all the tricks her friends advise. This gets a high score for plot, pace, and characterization. Mirandy sparkles with energy and determination. Multi-hued watercolors fill the pages with patterned ferment. A treat to pass on to new generations.
A retelling of the Afro-American tales about the adventures and misadventures of Brer Rabbit and his friends and enemies.
