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CORETTA SCOTT KING AWARD WINNER • CALDECOTT HONOR BOOK • A NEW YORK TIMES BEST ILLUSTRATED BOOK
Acclaimed artist Faith Ringgold seamless weaves fiction, autobiography, and African American history into a magical story that resonates with the universal wish for freedom, and will be cherished for generations.
Cassie Louise Lightfoot has a dream: to be free to go wherever she wants for the rest of her life. One night, up on “tar beach,” the rooftop of her family’s Harlem apartment building, her dreams come true. The stars lift her up, and she flies over the city, claiming the buildings and the city as her own.
As Cassie learns, anyone can fly. “All you need is somewhere to go you can’t get to any other way. The next thing you know, you’re flying among the stars.”
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Fiction, autobiography, and African American history are woven into this magical story that will be cherished for generations. Cassie, who flew above New York in Tar Beach, soars into the sky once more. A timely and beautiful look at America’s rich history of immigration and diversity. Learn about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day with this inspiring children’s book. Cassie, the main character from the picture book Tar Beach, takes us on a tour of her home.
Publisher : Dragonfly Books; Dragonfly Books ed edition (December 3, 1996)
Language : English
Paperback : 32 pages
ISBN-10 : 0517885441
ISBN-13 : 978-0517885444
Reading age : 6 – 11 years, from customers
Lexile measure : AD790L
Grade level : Kindergarten – 3
Item Weight : 6.4 ounces
Dimensions : 9.31 x 0.14 x 12 inches
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Customers find the story engaging and exciting. They appreciate the beautiful illustrations and art quilts. The book is suitable for all ages and introduces artists to children. Readers describe the message as positive and inspiring. They also like the color scheme and romance in the story.
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