Annisha Jeffries
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Review of The Purple One: A Story of Prince
The Purple One: A Story of Prince by Matthew Burgess; illus. by Sirin ThadaPrimary Enchanted Lion 64 pp.11/24 9781592704224 $19.95This tribute to the life and artistry of the iconic musician offers readers a chance to delve into Prince’s (1958–2016) evolution from music-loving child to determined young adult set on conquering...
Call for second-round nominations
We Need Your Nominations! Hello, Calling Caldecott readers! As the year comes to a close, we’re calling on you to help us identify the most distinguished picture books of 2024. We’re inviting you to submit three more nominations to keep the conversation vibrant and ensure we spotlight the very best...
Review of They Call Me Teach: Lessons in Freedom
They Call Me Teach: Lessons in Freedom by Lesa Cline-Ransome; illus. by James E. Ransome Primary, Intermediate Candlewick 40 pp. 9/24 9780763681555 $18.99 This poetic picture book tells the inspiring tale of a young enslaved man, “a compilation of many of the real-life stories of the people who resisted, fought,...
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Review of The Table
The Table by Winsome Bingham and Wiley Blevins; illus. by Jason GriffinPrimary, Intermediate Porter/Holiday 56 pp.9/24 9780823456420 $19.99e-book ed. 9780823461530 $11.99This moving narrative centers on a simple wooden table and its role in the lives of two families whose members are shown in the powerful illustrations only by their hands....
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Review of My Hair Is a Book
My Hair Is a Book by Maisha Oso; Primary Harper/HarperCollins 32 pp.9/24 9780063249103 $19.99Oso praises the diversity, beauty, and history of Black hair with poetic language in this ode to self-acceptance and cultural identity, joining Barnes’s Crown (rev. 11/17) and other similarly celebratory picture books. Through imaginative metaphors, she likens...
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Review of The Doll Test: Choosing Equality
The Doll Test: Choosing Equality by Carole Boston Weatherford; illus. by David Elmo CooperPrimary Carolrhoda 32 pp.11/24 9781728477930 $18.99This powerful picture book brings to life the essential research of psychologists Kenneth and Mamie Clark, whose work significantly influenced the fight against segregation, having concluded that “school segregation made Black children...
Being Home
November is Native American Heritage month, and Being Home, illustrated by Michaela Goade and written by Tracie Sorell, offers a heartfelt reminder of the importance to Native communities of family, tradition, and belonging. This exquisite picture book follows a young Cherokee girl and her mother on a journey — leaving...
Coretta
"I am convinced that the struggle for human rights is not over and never will be, but I also know that love, peace, and justice will always have the last word.” — Coretta Scott King Coretta: The Autobiography of Mrs. Coretta Scott King written by Coretta Scott King with Reverend...
The List
Today we present: The List™ (subject to and likely to change). These are the Caldecott-eligible* books that we (not the actual Caldecott committee) think are notable and worth discussion: A few books from Adrienne's library. Photo: Adrienne L. Pettinelli. Call Me Roberto: Roberto Clemente Goes to Bat for Latinos by...
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