Gorgeously illustrated by Mariona Cabassa, this book is super-sized and filled with fun features like flaps and fold-outs.
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Sharing the story of the brilliant cellist and steadfast advocate for peace, Pablo Casals, in a picture book beautifully illustrated by Catalan artist Mariona Cabassa.
- “A lyrical tribute to a Catalan child who grew up to become one of the 20th century’s most renowned cellists.” ~KIRKUS REVIEWS
- “Mihaly’s lyrical text sings and dances with alliterative phrases like ‘tender and trembling’ and ‘beautiful and beguiling.’ The back matter includes a wealth of information, including author and illustrator notes, a time line, additional details, listening suggestions, and other sources. A moving choice for picture book–biography collections.” ~BOOKLIST
- “Music and Silence introduces children to a man who was not just a master of the cello, but a remarkable model of sacrifice and artistic protest.” Zinn Education Project (recommended)
(Eerdmans Books for Young Readers)
More about MUSIC AND SILENCE
- Article: The book was featured in this New York Times article.
- Audio: Podcast Roberto German on the Multicultural Classroom.
- Video: Podcast with Tonnye Fletcher on PBJamz.
In time for America’s 250th birthday, this myth-busting picture book is filled with surprising facts and Marta Sevilla’s lively art.
- ★ “Mihaly delivers refreshing doses of reality that will deepen any reader’s understanding of our nation’s complex history and values.” ~ BOOKLIST (star)
- ★ “A visually dynamic, intellectually rigorous resource that challenges young readers to question historical narratives and recognize bias” School Library Journal (star)
- “America’s Founding Myths teaches young people the art of asking questions—not to shatter our national ideals, but to provide a sounder foundation for them. Because history, like Oz, is never exactly as it seems.” ~ Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked.
- “Playful, provocative, and packed with perspective” ~KIRKUS REVIEWS
(Barefoot Books)
More about AMERICA’S FOUNDING MYTHS
- Article: The New York Times featured this book.
- Interview: Talking about America’s 250th, in Publishers Weekly.
- Blog: On Beth Anderson’s American Revolution 250 feature.
- Educator Resource: Downloadable activity guide by Barefoot Books.
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OUR CONGRESS offers a kid-friendly introduction to the history of Congress and its importance in our lives today.
THE SUPREME COURT AND US introduces young readers to the history and role of the U.S. Supreme Court, by way of a pair of lively protagonists who take a tour of Washington, D.C.
FREE FOR YOU AND ME: What Our First Amendment Means is full of poems and stories about our First Amendment freedoms, with kid-friendly illustrations by Manu Montoya.
A rhyming romp in the hayfields, this tale follows a mother-daughter team making hay on their farm –with tractors!
Because every kid deserves to know all about Mel Brooks! Little Golden Book Biographies are a great way to introduce young readers to nonfiction — so check out this inspiring little book, for kids and Mel Brooks fans of all ages.