Jerry Pinkney
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Minty: A Story of Young Harriet Tubman
Alan Schroeder, Jerry Pinkney
Young Harriet Tubman, whose childhood name was Minty, dreams of escaping slavery on the Brodas plantation in the late 1820s.
Julius Lester, Jerry Pinkney
John Henry is stronger than ten men, and can dig through a mountain faster than a steam drill. Julius Lester’s folksy retelling of a popular African-American folk ballad has warmth, tall tale humor, and boundless energy. Jerry Pinkney illustrates the story with “rich colors borrowed from the rocks and the earth, so beautiful that they summon their own share of smiles and tears” (Booklist).
Patricia C. McKissack, Jerry Pinkney
In segregated 1950s Nashville, a young African American girl braves a series of indignities and obstacles to get to one of the few integrated places in town: the public library.
Crescent Dragonwagon, Jerry Pinkney
While out hiking, a family comes upon the site of an old house and finds some clues about the people that once lived there.
Patricia C. McKissack, Jerry Pinkney
To win first prize in the Junior Cakewalk, Mirandy tries to capture the wind for her partner.
Half a Moon and One Whole Star
Crescent Dragonwagon, Jerry Pinkney
The summer night is full of wonderful sounds and scents as Susan falls asleep.
Valerie Flournoy, Jerry Pinkney
Using scraps cut from the family's old clothing, Tanya helps her grandmother and mother make a beautiful quilt that tells the story of her family's life.
Jerry Pinkney
For 40 days and 40 nights rain poured from the heavens, enveloping the world. Only Noah had been warned by God of the great flood-and only Noah could save life on earth. This powerful story of salvation has fascinated people of all ages for centuries. Now, four-time Caldecott Honor-ricipient Jerry Pinkney captures all the courage, drama, and beauty of this ancient parable in rich, glorious paintings. Full of sensitive detail and emotion, his art brings new life and meaning to an important message of peace. This elegant edition of Noah’s Ark promises to give…
Hans Christian Andersen, Jerry Pinkney
For over one hundred years The Ugly Duckling has been a childhood favorite, and Jerry Pinkney’s spectacular new adaptation brings it triumphantly to new generations of readers.With keen emotion and fresh vision, the acclaimed artist captures the essence of the tale’s timeless appeal: The journey of the awkward little bird—marching bravely through hecklers, hunters, and cruel seasons — is an unforgettable survival story; this blooming into a graceful swan is a reminder of the patience often necessary to discover true happiness. Splendid watercolors set in the lush…
The Talking Eggs: A Folktale from the American South
Robert D. San Souci, Jerry Pinkney
The author of such delights as The Christmas Ark and The Enchanted Tapestry joins forces with illustrator Pinkney to resurrect a colorful folktale that captures the unique flavor of the American South.
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