Let's Talk About Race
On Sale: 12/23/2008
Let's Talk About Race
On Sale: 12/23/2008
Format:
New York Public Library's “One Hundred Titles for Reading and Sharing”
Child Magazine Best Book
About the Book
"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.
Critical Praise
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 (starred review)
Lester presents the wealth of human difference as a treasure trove for discovery, and Barbour’s naïf-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
-Product Details
- ISBN: 9780064462266
- ISBN 10: 0064462269
- Imprint: HarperCollins
- On Sale: 12/23/2008
- Pages: 32
- List Price:10.99 CAD
- Ages: 4 to 8
- BISAC1 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Topics / Friendship
- BISAC2 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Science & Nature / History of Science
- BISAC3 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Topics / Dating & Relationships
- BISAC4 : EDUCATION / Teaching Methods & Materials / Science & Technology
- BISAC5 : EDUCATION / Teaching Methods & Materials / Reading & Phonics
- BISAC6 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / United States / State & Local
- BISAC7 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Activity Books
- BISAC8 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Topics / Emotions & Feelings
- BISAC9 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / People & Places / United States / African American
- BISAC10 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Social Topics / Prejudice & Racism