Illustrated by: Kadir Nelson
Genre: non-fiction, poetry
Awards: 2020 Coretta Scott King Award
2020 Caldecott Medal
2020 Newbery Honor Book
Summary:
This book, written in verse poetic form, delivers a tribute to the history of black people. Author Kwame Alexander honors all components of the black experience, ranging from slavery to the times of our greatest heroes. Readers learn of the passion and perseverance of black people in America through beautiful language and rich drawings.
Teacher Evaluation:
I would use this book in a fifth or sixth-grade classroom. We would study significant people in American history and their contributions to society. Students could complete research about an important historical figure, then create a story to share with the class. We would also evaluate the value of illustrated stories and consider why stories should or should not have illustrations. Students would benefit from a project like this since they are likely losing interest in picture books. This study could encourage them to reconnect with picture books and use them while on their educational journeys.
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