Kids Book Index
Lee, Chiquita Mullins, and Carmella Van Vleet; Illustrated by Jennifer Mack-Watkins
A picture book biography about the barber shop of woodcarver Elijah Pierce, recipient of the highest folk art honor in the United States."Creeeeak!" goes the screen door to self-taught artist Elijah Pierce's barbershop art studio.
The Women Who Built Hollywood: 12 Trailblazers in Front of and Behind the CameraRubin, Susan GoldmanDiscover the electrifying untold stories of the pioneering and groundbreaking women of Old Hollywood in this nonfiction book perfect for young movie buffs and budding feminists alike.The ArtsOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
Rock, Rosetta, Rock! Roll, Rosetta, Roll!: Presenting Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the Godmother of Rock & RollTonya BoldenIncludes a timeline of Sister Rosetta Tharpe’s life, an author’s note, and a list of sources.Before there was Elvis, Chuck Berry, Little Richard, and Johnny Cash, there was Sister Rosetta Tharpe.The godmother of rock-and-roll started as a little girl from Arkansas with music in her air, in her hair, in her bones…Five to NineOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details
A Tulip in Winter: A Story about Folk Artist Maud LewisStinson, Kathy; Illustrated by Lauren SoloyA celebration of a beloved folk artist, and her artistic expression of joy and beauty.Known for her vibrant and cheerful paintings of landscapes, plants, and animals, Maud Lewis’ iconic folk art is celebrated around the world.The ArtsOn the same reading list for the same age or grade groupView book details