"Smalls conveys the festivities without idealizing them—there are patrollers accompanying the slaves to an event that, for all the dancing and eating, is work. (Picture book. 7-10)"
Expressive, beautifully colored realistic paintings depict the indomitable spirit of slaves after harvest when it was corn- shucking time.
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"Goffe's watercolors reflect the happy, sweet tone of the text in this serviceable book for family and classroom. (Picture book. 4-7)"
The first day of school, with all its attendant excitement, is presented from the point of view of Alicia, an African-American girl who joins a multiracial class.
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"Bibliotherapy that reads like a family drama, a relevant story told with honesty, clarity, and humor. (Picture book. 5-8)"
A much-needed remedy to a growing social concern, aptly reflected in the subtitle, ``What Do You Do About Father's Day When All You Have Are Mothers?'' Cheryl lives in a household with three female role models, each a strong, distinct personality.
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"A warm family story that should be around for a long time. (Picture book. 4-8)"
Like Ann Herbert Scott's Sam (1967), Dawn wants someone to share an activity with her; but Mommy is too busy, Daddy has a meeting, and her older brother and sister have plans to meet friends.
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