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Black Potatoes: The Story of the Great Irish Famine, 1845-1850
Using first-hand accounts, illustrations and documents from archival sources, Bartoletti recreates the milieu of a century and a half ago, and links the lives of ordinary people to larger social, cultural and political issues. Bartoletti's beautifully designed book makes clear the long-lasting impact of this event and the economic and political issues that lead to famine today.- Nonfiction, History, World History
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2002 (Medal Winner)
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- ISBN: 9780618002719
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Breaking Through
Jiménez's compelling autobiographical stories in "Breaking Through," sequel to "The Circuit," combine dramatic social issues of poverty and prejudice in the 1950s with timeless adolescent experiences of family tension, school, and romance. Powerful images of a teenager overcoming crushing poverty and personal challenges while maintaining hope encourage readers to "break through" their own barriers with tenacity and courage.- Fiction, Historical Fiction
- Pura Belpré Children's Author Award 2002 (Honor Title)
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- ISBN: 9780618011735
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Carver: A Life in Poems
Nelson challenges readers with a truly new biography of George Washington Carver. Told from multiple perspectives, this collection of fifty-nine poems reveals littleknown facets of the remarkable scientist, who it too often dismissed as “the peanut man.” With simple sophistication and beauty, Nelson transcends Carver's brilliance and scientific achievements to present the essence of this profoundly humble man.- Nonfiction, Poetry
- John Newbery Medal 2002 (Honor Title)
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- ISBN: (1-886910-53-7)
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Surviving Hitler: A Boy in the Nazi Death Camps
The powerful story of Jack Mandelbaum, who as a teenager was torn from a life of warmth and family love, to spend three horrific years in a concentration camp. Vintage photographs, effective design and engrossing narrative introduce the reader to a man who still refuses to be consumed by hate, choosing instead to live a life of tolerance and forgiveness.- Nonfiction, History, World History
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2002 (Honor Title)
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- ISBN: 9780060007676
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Vincent van Gogh
Greenberg and Jordan detail van Gogh's life in a compelling and engaging narrative that deftly incorporates quotes from his letters, and vividly portrays the circumstances that so influenced the painter's work and tormented life. The authors adeptly use first-hand material and paintings in their thoughtful interpretation of this passionate genius.- Nonfiction, Arts, Visual Arts
- Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal 2002 (Honor Title)
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- ISBN: 9780385328067