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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)
- Older
- ISBN: (1-886910-53-7)
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A Is for Oboe: The Orchestra’s Alphabet
A poet and a composer have creatively teamed up to present the orchestra’s world through verse. This audio version of the picture book combines the deep, expressive voice of Thomas Quasthoff with musical accompaniments to illustrate the instruments and vocabulary for each verse. From the sound of a single instrument to the whole orchestra, the audio presents a much richer version of this book.
- Poetry, Music, Alphabet Books, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2023
- Middle, Younger
- ISBN: 9780593346228
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My Seneca Village
Forty-one vivid poems, with voices inspired by actual individuals, present a historical glimpse at Seneca Village, the first thriving African-American community in the U.S., which, before it was razed, stood where Central Park is today.- Nonfiction, Poetry
- Notable Children's Books 2016
- Older
- ISBN: 9781608981977