Description
From imaginative child to visionary storyteller, Toni Morrison was a fiercely inspiring writer that helped change the world. This poetic picture book is part love letter and part biography, praising the power of this Nobel Prize winner. With its tender refrain, readers will know how much Morrison's stories -- and their own -- mean to the world. She was loved -- and so are they!
Product Details
| Publisher | Little, Brown Books for Young Readers |
| Publish Date | January 07, 2025 |
| Pages | 48 |
| Language | English |
| Type |  Hardback |
| EAN/UPC | 9780316182362 |
| Dimensions | 10.2 X 10.3 X 0.4 inches | 1.1 pounds |
About the Author
Daniel Minter has illustrated over a dozen children's books, including Going Down Home with Daddy which won a 2020 Caldecott Honor and Ellen's Broom which won a Coretta Scott King Illustration Honor. He is known for his work in the mediums of painting and assemblage. He lives in Portland, Maine.
Reviews
* "Pinkney's sumptuous writing is paired perfectly with multilayered illustrations by Minter, who embeds washes of watercolor with white linework and acrylic overlays to convey the sheer vibrancy of Morrison.... Creative teachers will find many ways to use this lush book as a mentor text for creative writers."--Booklist, starred review
* "This winning tribute to a great American writer is a must-purchase for picture book collections."--School Library Journal, starred review
* "Minter's evocative illustrations pair perfectly with the lyrical text.... A potent example of the reach of artistic genius."--Kirkus, starred review
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