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Overview"""This wonderful book should be a first choice for all collections and is strongly recommended as a springboard for discussions about differences.” —School Library Journal (starred review) In this acclaimed book, the author of the Newbery Honor Book To Be a Slave shares his own story as he explores what makes each of us special. A strong choice for sharing at home or in the classroom. Karen Barbour's dramatic, vibrant paintings speak to the heart of Lester's unique vision, truly a celebration of all of us. ""This stunning picture book introduces race as just one of many chapters in a person's story"" (School Library Journal). ""Lester's poignant picture book helps children learn, grow, discuss, and begin to create a future that resolves differences"" (Children's Literature). Julius Lester said: ""I write because our lives are stories. If enough of these stories are told, then perhaps we will begin to see that our lives are the same story. The differences are merely in the details."" I am a story. So are you. So is everyone." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Julius Lester , Karen Barbour , Julius LesterPublisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc Imprint: HarperCollins Dimensions: Width: 21.60cm , Height: 0.30cm , Length: 27.90cm Weight: 0.154kg ISBN: 9780064462266ISBN 10: 0064462269 Pages: 32 Publication Date: 20 August 2020 Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: To order  Stock availability from the supplier is unknown. We will order it for you and ship this item to you once it is received by us. Table of ContentsReviewsThe pairing of text and dazzling artwork is flawless . . . transporting readers away from a mundane viewpoint and allowing them to appreciate a common spiritual identity. This wonderful book should be a first choice for all collections and is strongly recommended as a springboard for discussions about differences. - School Library Journal (starred review) Lester presents the wealth of human difference as a treasure trove for discovery, and Barbour's naif-style spreads provide plenty of visual interest. - Publishers Weekly LET'S TALK ABOUT RACE is an enlightening read with important concepts and ideas that even younger children can ponder. Barbour's colorful paintings give visual expression to the rainbow of who w e all are. - Black Issues Book Review Lester's poignant picture book helps children learn, grow, discuss, and begin to create a future that resolves differences. - Children's Literature The pairing of text and dazzling artwork is flawless . . . transporting readers away from a mundane viewpoint and allowing them to appreciate a common spiritual identity. This wonderful book should be a first choice for all collections and is strongly recommended as a springboard for discussions about differences. -- School Library Journal <strong>(starred review)</strong> Lester presents the wealth of human difference as a treasure trove for discovery, and Barbour's naif-style spreads provide plenty of visual interest. -- <em>Publishers Weekly</em> LET'S TALK ABOUT RACE is an enlightening read with important concepts and ideas that even younger children can ponder. Barbour's colorful paintings give visual expression to the rainbow of who w e all are. -- Black Issues Book Review Author InformationJulius Lester is the author of many award-winning novels, incluidng 'To Be a Slave', a Newbery Honor Book; 'Days of Tears', 'The Tales of Uncle Remus' and 'This Strange New Feeling', all Coretta Scott king Honor books. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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