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    Frané Lessac is an author and illustrator whose distinctive paintings have graced the pages of over forty books. Her artistic contributions have been recognized with accolades, including selections as Children's Book of the Year and Top Ten Science Books. One notable project celebrating the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, translated into numerous languages, also earned recognition as an Outstanding International Book. Lessac actively engages with young readers and adults globally, sharing her creative process at schools, libraries, and festivals, thereby empowering aspiring creators.

    My Little Island
    Caribbean Carnival
    Caribbean Alphabet
    We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga
    A is for Australia

    • We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga

      • 28 pages
      • 1 hour of reading

      2019 Sibert Honor Book2019 Orbis Pictus Honor BookNPR's Guide To 2018’s Great Reads2018 Book Launch Award (SCBWI)Kirkus Reviews  Best Books of 2018School Library Journal  Best Books of 20182018 JLG selection2019 Reading the West Picture Book AwardThe Cherokee community is grateful for blessings and challenges that each season brings. This is modern Native American life as told by an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation.The word otsaliheliga (oh-jah-LEE-hay-lee-gah) is used by members of the Cherokee Nation to express gratitude. Beginning in the fall with the new year and ending in summer, follow a full Cherokee year of celebrations and experiences. Written by a citizen of the Cherokee Nation, this look at one group of Native Americans is appended with a glossary and the complete Cherokee syllabary, originally created by Sequoyah."A gracious, warm, and loving celebration of community and gratitude"— Kirkus Reviews  STARRED REVIEW"The book underscores the importance of traditions and carrying on a Cherokee way of life"— Horn Book STARRED REVIEW"This informative and authentic introduction to a thriving ancestral and ceremonial way of life is perfect for holiday and family sharing"— School Library Journal  STARRED REVIEW"An elegant representation"— Shelf Awareness STARRED REVIEW

      We Are Grateful: Otsaliheliga2021
      4.3

    • A is for Australia

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      A factastic tour of Australia from A to Z with award-wining author and illustrator Frané Lessac. What is the Fremantle Doctor? Where is Qui Qui? And why are some islands named after days of the week? You'll uncover these exciting facts when you explore the A to Zof Australia - from Bondi to Kakadu and all the way toTaronga Zoo. Discover why Australia is one of the most amazingcountries in the world!

      A is for Australia2015
      4.5

    • Caribbean Carnival

      Songs of the West Indies

      A collection of calypso, a uniquely West Indian musical expression.

      Caribbean Carnival1992

    • Caribbean Alphabet

      • 32 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Alphabetically ordered vocabulary at the bottom of each page set in Caribbean Island scenes which prompt the reader to explore bustling scenes. Fremantle illustrator.

      Caribbean Alphabet1989
      4.5