Pair these Lee & Low titles with birthdays & anniversaries that are happening in the month of April!
It Jes' Happened When Bill Traylor Started to Draw
by Don Tate and illustrated by R. Gregory Christie
EZRA JACK KEATS AUTHOR AWARD HONOR
⭐"Tate and Christie capture the spirit behind the work of Bill Traylor, 'one of the most important self-taught American folk artists of the twentieth century.' ... An important picture-book biography that lovingly introduces this 'outsider' artist to a new generation." –Kirkus Reviews, starred review
Seeds of Change: Planting a Path to Peace
by Jen Cullerton Johnson and illustrated by Sonia Sadler
JOHN STEPTOE NEW TALENT ILLUSTRATOR AWARD WINNER
⭐"Vibrant and accomplished." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
¡Sí, Se Puede! / Yes, We Can!: Janitor Strike in L.A.
by Diana Cohn and illustrated by Francisco Delgado
JANE ADDAMS CHILDREN'S BOOK AWARD HONOR
⭐"The lively, information-packed text, presented in clear, colloquial English and Spanish, is matched by Delgado's lively, detailed, primitive illustrations, brightly rendered in oil pastel and watercolor wash. . . This is the rare crossover picture book that gives sound information on big issues with grace and ease. A real winner for both school and public libraries." —School Library Journal, starred review
Miles of Style: Eunice W. Johnson and the EBONY Fashion Fair
by Lisa D. Brathwaite and illustrated by Lynn Gaines
"Brathwaite's wonderfully researched picture-book biography introduces elementary audiences to the impressive life and achievements of Eunice W. Johnson, a pioneer of Black fashion and cofounder of EBONY magazine. . .Gaines fills the pages from top to bottom with color, pattern, and texture—well suited to the topic at hand." —Booklist
Rise!: From Caged Bird to Poet of the People, Maya Angelou
by Bethany Hegedus and illustrated by Tonya Engel
NCSS SEPTIMA CLARK BOOK AWARD ELEMENTARY WINNER
⭐"An important and powerful addition to any biography collection." —School Library Journal, starred review
Seven Miles to Freedom: The Robert Smalls Story
by Janet Halfmann and illustrated by Duane Smith
"This book is an excellent vehicle to bring [Smalls's] story to a wider audience. . . . The oil paintings employ thick, bold strokes and deep saturated colors to convey Smalls's strength and determination in successfully delivering his and his crew's family members to freedom." —School Library Journal
Paul Robeson
by Eloise Greenfield and illustrated by George Ford
CORETTA SCOTT KING AUTHOR AWARD HONOR
"Robeson's life story is well told and expertly contextualized. Greenfield explores the many difficult issues—racism, blacklisting, death of loved ones—faced by this remarkable man. Robeson's great strengths and artistic expression are also examined. The black-and-white acrylic illustrations are subtle and beautifully shaded." —The Horn Book
Sharuko: El arqueólogo peruano Julio C. Tello / Peruvian Archaeologist Julio C. Tello
by Monica Brown and illustrated by Elisa Chavarri
THREE STARRED REVIEWS
PURA BELPRÉ ILLUSTRATOR AWARD HONOR
⭐"A highly recommended and inspiring portrayal of dedication and perseverance for today's generation of explorers." —School Library Journal, starred review
The Last Black King of the Kentucky Derby
by Crystal Hubbard and illustrated by Robert McGuire
"Hubbard's text is richly informative and filled with exciting sensory details. . . The stirring scenes of horses streaking down the track, hooves pounding through clouds of dust, will easily capture children's attention. The background history of discrimination and African Americans in horse-racing history, spelled out in the foreword and expanded on throughout the text, adds even more heft and curricular ties to Wink's personal story, which is helpfully summarized in an afterward. A solid introduction to a fascinating subject." –Booklist
Pedro's Yo-Yos: How a Filipino Immigrant Came to America and Changed the World of Toys
by Rob Peñas and illustrated by Carl Angel
TEXAS BLUEBONNET AWARD SELECTION
⭐"Bright smiles on the faces in Angel's illustrations add even more warmth to Peñas' insightful and stirring account. A glowing addition to the stories of immigrants who have made good in this, their new country." Kirkus Reviews, starred review
