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Seven Spools of Thread: A Kwanzaa Story

Seven Spools of Thread: A Kwanzaa Story - Paperback

by Angela Shelf Medearis
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Availability:In StockContributor:Angela Shelf Medearis, Daniel MinterSeries:Albert Whitman Prairie PaperbackAudience:Ages 9-12Publish date:2000-09-01Pages:40
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Albert Whitman & CompanyISBN-13:9780807573167ISBN-10:807573167UPC:9780807573167Book Category:Juvenile FictionBook Subcategory:Holidays & Celebrations, People & PlacesBook Topic:Kwanzaa, AfricaSize:9.90 x 7.90 x 0.20 inchesWeight:0.35Product ID:SC9EDC6F4V

Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award 2001
Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People for 2001
2001 ALA Notable Book for Children
2002-2003 Show Me Readers Award Master List
2003 Louisiana Young Readers' Choice Award Master List
Not Just for Children Anymore! 2001
2001 Notable Books for a Global Society Honor Book
2003 Winner, Storytelling World Award

"A fine choice for a Kwanzaa gift."--Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"Striking woodcuts and a resonant original folktale are the warp and weft of this understated, effective approach to Kwanzaa."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

In an African village live seven brothers who make family life miserable with their constant fighting. When their father dies, he leaves an unusual will: by sundown, the brothers must make gold out of seven spools of thread. If they fail, they will be turned out as beggars. Using the Nguzo Saba, or "seven principles" of Kwanzaa, the author has created an unforgettable story that shows how family members can pull together, for their own good and the good of the entire community. Magnificent and inspiring linoleum block prints by Daniel Minter bring joy to this Kwanzaa celebration.
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Albert Whitman & CompanyISBN-13:9780807573167ISBN-10:807573167UPC:9780807573167Book Category:Juvenile FictionBook Subcategory:Holidays & Celebrations, People & PlacesBook Topic:Kwanzaa, AfricaSize:9.90 x 7.90 x 0.20 inchesWeight:0.35Product ID:SC9EDC6F4V
Minter, Daniel: - Daniel Minter was born in Ellaville, a small rural community in southern Georgia. He graduated from the Art Institute of Atlanta and shortly afterwards began working as an illustrator, arts educator, painter, and sculptor. He resides in Maine.
Publisher: Albert Whitman & Company

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Angela Shelf Medearis, Daniel Minter

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Angela Shelf Medearis

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