Cooper carol (Oltre 1100 risultati)

Hardback. Condizione: Good. This lyrical tribute to the pioneer spirit* from an acclaimed author-artist team is a powerful tribute to the African-American pioneers who participated in the Oklahoma land runs** and was recognized as a Coretta Scott King Honor Book.In the late 1880s, signs went up all around America: land was free in the Oklahoma territory. And it was free to everyone: Whites, Blacks, men and women alike. All one needed to stake a claim was hope and courage, strength and perseverance. Thousands of pioneers, many of them African-Americans newly freed from being enslaved, headed west to carve out a new life in the Oklahoma soil.Drawing on her own family history, National Book Award winner Joyce Carol Thomas has crafted an unforgettable anthem to these brave and determned people. Richly illustrated by Coretta Scott King Award honoree Floyd Cooper, I Have Heard of a Land is a glorious tribute to the Afrian-American pioneer spirit.Thomas and Cooper both have their roots in Oklahoma, where this book is set. Thomas' wonderful author's note tells the story of her great-grandparents, who ran for land in the Oklahoma Territory, and illuminates the experience of African Americans 'surviving and thriving' in a place where freedom was more than a word.*This picture book is perfect for shared family history projects at home or in the classroom, as well as units on pioneers, life in post-Civil War America, Oklahoma history, and lesser-known aspects of the expansion west in the United States.I have heard of a land / Where the imagination has no fences.*Booklist starred review; **School Library Journal. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Good.

Condizione: very_good. Cover may have light wear, pages in very good condition and binding is sturdy; may have other light shelf wear or creases. May have notes or highlighting.

paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. An award-winning, beautiful picture book--poetry and art exploring issues of African American identity. A favorite book to share in schools and homes. Included in Brightly's list of recommended diverse poetry picture books for kids, and a Coretta Scott King Honor Book. "A must," according to Kirkus. "Delicately interwoven images. Laden with meaning, the poetry is significant and lovely. Cooper's paintings, with vibrant, unsentimentalized characters in earth tone illumined with gold, are warm, contemplative." Booklist commented: "Poems rooted in home, family, and the African-American experience. Highly readable and attractive." Added Brightly: "Each poem has a unique message and theme and is accompanied by beautiful brown and gold earth-tone illustrations related to broomwheat tea.". Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. An award-winning, beautiful picture book--poetry and art exploring issues of African American identity. A favorite book to share in schools and homes. Included in Brightly's list of recommended diverse poetry picture books for kids, and a Coretta Scott King Honor Book. "A must," according to Kirkus. "Delicately interwoven images. Laden with meaning, the poetry is significant and lovely. Cooper's paintings, with vibrant, unsentimentalized characters in earth tone illumined with gold, are warm, contemplative." Booklist commented: "Poems rooted in home, family, and the African-American experience. Highly readable and attractive." Added Brightly: "Each poem has a unique message and theme and is accompanied by beautiful brown and gold earth-tone illustrations related to broomwheat tea.". Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. An award-winning, beautiful picture book--poetry and art exploring issues of African American identity. A favorite book to share in schools and homes. Included in Brightly's list of recommended diverse poetry picture books for kids, and a Coretta Scott King Honor Book. "A must," according to Kirkus. "Delicately interwoven images. Laden with meaning, the poetry is significant and lovely. Cooper's paintings, with vibrant, unsentimentalized characters in earth tone illumined with gold, are warm, contemplative." Booklist commented: "Poems rooted in home, family, and the African-American experience. Highly readable and attractive." Added Brightly: "Each poem has a unique message and theme and is accompanied by beautiful brown and gold earth-tone illustrations related to broomwheat tea.". Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. This "lyrical tribute to the pioneer spirit"* from an acclaimed author-artist team "is a powerful tribute to the African-American pioneers who participated in the Oklahoma land runs"** and was recognized as a Coretta Scott King Honor Book. In the late 1880s, signs went up all around America: land was free in the Oklahoma territory. And it was free to everyone: Whites, Blacks, men and women alike. All one needed to stake a claim was hope and courage, strength and perseverance. Thousands of pioneers, many of them African-Americans newly freed from being enslaved, headed west to carve out a new life in the Oklahoma soil. Drawing on her own family history, National Book Award winner Joyce Carol Thomas has crafted an unforgettable anthem to these brave and determned people. Richly illustrated by Coretta Scott King Award honoree Floyd Cooper, I Have Heard of a Land is a glorious tribute to the Afrian-American pioneer spirit. "Thomas and Cooper both have their roots in Oklahoma, where this book is set. Thomas' wonderful author's note tells the story of her great-grandparents, who ran for land in the Oklahoma Territory, and illuminates the experience of African Americans 'surviving and thriving' in a place where freedom was more than a word."* This picture book is perfect for shared family history projects at home or in the classroom, as well as units on pioneers, life in post-Civil War America, Oklahoma history, and lesser-known aspects of the expansion west in the United States. I have heard of a land / Where the imagination has no fences. *Booklist starred review; **School Library Journal. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. This "lyrical tribute to the pioneer spirit"* from an acclaimed author-artist team "is a powerful tribute to the African-American pioneers who participated in the Oklahoma land runs"** and was recognized as a Coretta Scott King Honor Book. In the late 1880s, signs went up all around America: land was free in the Oklahoma territory. And it was free to everyone: Whites, Blacks, men and women alike. All one needed to stake a claim was hope and courage, strength and perseverance. Thousands of pioneers, many of them African-Americans newly freed from being enslaved, headed west to carve out a new life in the Oklahoma soil. Drawing on her own family history, National Book Award winner Joyce Carol Thomas has crafted an unforgettable anthem to these brave and determned people. Richly illustrated by Coretta Scott King Award honoree Floyd Cooper, I Have Heard of a Land is a glorious tribute to the Afrian-American pioneer spirit. "Thomas and Cooper both have their roots in Oklahoma, where this book is set. Thomas' wonderful author's note tells the story of her great-grandparents, who ran for land in the Oklahoma Territory, and illuminates the experience of African Americans 'surviving and thriving' in a place where freedom was more than a word."* This picture book is perfect for shared family history projects at home or in the classroom, as well as units on pioneers, life in post-Civil War America, Oklahoma history, and lesser-known aspects of the expansion west in the United States. I have heard of a land / Where the imagination has no fences. *Booklist starred review; **School Library Journal. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).

Condizione: like_new. Book is in like new condition with minimal signs of wear. Pages are clean and free from notes or highlighting. Dust cover is intact. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Michelle Ball (illustratore).

Hardback. Condizione: Fair. Michelle Ball (illustratore).

Condizione: good. Books may contain some notes and highlighting. Supplements such as Access Codes, Cd's Dust Jackets, etc. are not guaranteed with used book purchases. Michelle Ball (illustratore).

hardcover. Condizione: Fair. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).

hardcover. Condizione: Good. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Black is dazzling and distinctive, like toasted wheat berry bread; snowberries in the fall; rich, red cranberries; and the bronzed last leaves of summer. In this lyrical and luminous poetry collection, Coretta Scott King honorees Joyce Carol Thomas and Floyd Cooper celebrate these many shades of Black beautifully. Included in Brightly's list of recommended diverse poetry picture books for kids. "Highly recommended for home and school libraries," commented Brightly's Charnaie Gordon. "Each melodic poem eloquently conveys the beauty of different skin tones and complexions. There are also themes of family, traditions, feelings, self-love, and acceptance echoed throughout this book." "Evocative, colorful poetry. An essential picture book."--Kirkus (starred review) We are color struck  The way an artist strikes His canvas with his brush of many hues Look closely at these mirrors these palettes of skin Each color is rich in its own right. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).…

Condizione: very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).

Condizione: very_good. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).

Condizione: Good. Good condition ex-library book with usual library markings and stickers. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. First edition, first printing (full number line). Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).

Condizione: Good. . GoodFormer Library book. All orders guaranteed and ship within 24 hours. Before placing your order for please contact us for confirmation on the book's binding. Check out our other listings to add to your order for discounted shipping. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. New watercolourists won't waste any time picking up the basics of composition, colour mixing, technique and other elements to set their own work on the right path.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. New watercolourists won't waste any time picking up the basics of composition, colour mixing, technique and other elements to set their own work on the right path.

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. New watercolourists won't waste any time picking up the basics of composition, colour mixing, technique and other elements to set their own work on the right path.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good.

Condizione: good. Fast Free Shipping â" Good condition. It may show normal signs of use, such as light writing, highlighting, or library markings, but all pages are intact and the book is fully readable. A solid, complete copy that's ready to enjoy. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).

hardcover. Condizione: Acceptable. This is a former library/ rental copy with stickers, inserts, and markings. Cooper, Floyd (illustratore).