Asim, Jabari and Illustrated by Collier,
Bryan Fifty Cents and a Dream: Young Book
T. Washington 48 pgs.
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2012. $10.98. (Rating: G)
Booker was born
during slavery. He wanted to learn to read and write. That opportunity comes up
after emancipation, but it’s going to be hard to get there.
He had to
journey 500 miles, mostly by walking, if he wanted to attend the Hampton
Institute. He worked hard to make it and even harder once he’s arrive. Booker
later plays a pivotal part in the education of African Americans by founding
the Tuskegee Institute!
If nothing else
the collage artwork is stunning. It makes me feel like I was right there and conveys
an incredible amount of mood and emotion. Some of the best artwork I have seen.
But add to it a fantastic true story that shows how hard work can accomplish
big dreams, well, that make this book a must buy!!
ELEMENTARY –ESSENTIAL
Reviewer: Stephanie Elementary Librarian &
Author.
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