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The Dark-thirty: Southern Tales of the Supernatural
The dark-thirty is that special half hour of twilight, just before dark, when everyone hurries home because the spirits and monsters come out. This collection of spinetingling tales ranges from the time of slavery to the civil rights movement. Strong characterization, classic themes, and suspenseful plots are strongly crafted in the oral tradition of African-American folklore.
- Fiction, General Fiction, African American
- John Newbery Medal 1993 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: (0-679-81863-4)
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Mirandy and Brother Wind
A sparkling, energetic Mirandy vows to dance with the wind at her first cakewalk— but to do that, she must catch it first. Lush, expansive illustrations of the rural South capture the vigor and imagination of the story.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 1989 (Honor Title)
- ISBN: 9780394987651
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What Is Given from the Heart
After his neighbors lose everything in a fire, a young child finds his own way to contribute to the community's response.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Notable Children's Books 2020
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780375836152