Bibliography
Marchetta, Melina. 2006. JELLICOE ROAD. New York: Harper Teen. ISBN 9780061431845.
Plot Summary
“My name is Taylor Markham. I live on the Jellicoe Road.” Seventeen year old Taylor Markham is a student at the Jellicoe school, and has been struggling with her family identity since her mother dropped her at a seven eleven when she was eleven. Hannah has been Taylor’s caregiver all these years, but has never let her as close as she’d like, or revealed information about their connection. Taylor struggles through the “Territory Wars” with the area Cadets in for a few months, and the local Townies, and throughout the process forms the first real friendships of her life, and uncovers the mystery of her family and the mysterious Brigadier that is always swooping in to save her.
Critical Analysis
Marchetta pulls the reader into Taylors struggles and accomplishments as she faces her demons and uncovers the truth about her family, and her mother’s issues. The writing style is fluid and adds to the setting, as Australian lingo and terminology is utilized throughout the text. The Jellicoe road is settled in the Australian bush country, and this setting serves as an important facet of the plot line, as the characters make their way through the outlands during the territory wars. The style once understood, is of much importance in the story line. Excerpts from Hannah’s Manuscript also serve as flashbacks to the time when it all began. Taylor transforms from a harsh, complicated young girl, into a caring, unjaded young woman in this complex, mature young adult novel.
Review Excerpt
Booklist- “nearly every relationship in Taylor’s life has unexpected ties to her past, and the continual series of revelations is both the book’s strength and weakness; the melodrama can be trying, but when Marchetta isn’t forcing epiphanies, she has a knack for nuanced characterizations and punchy dialogue. The complexity of the back story will be off-putting to younger readers, but those who stick it out will find rewards in the heartbreaking twists of Marchetta’s saga.”
Connections
*Other books by Melina Marchetta
SAVING FRANCESCA. ISBN 0375829830.
LOOKING FOR ALIBRANDI. ISBN 0375836942.
*Have students explore the Australian bush country on the map to better understand the surroundings of the Jellicoe school.
* Student’s could create their own “Little Purple Book” of rules for the territory wars, and illustrate maps of the Jellicoe school and the surrounding areas.
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Rapunzel's Revenge
Bibliography
Hale, Shannon. 2008. RAPUNZEL’S REVENGE. Ill. by Nathan Hale. New York: Bloomsbury. ISBN 15999070X.
Plot Summary
Rapunzel’s goal is to free her birth mother and to avenge the wrong-doings she has experienced at the hands of “Mother Gothel” the woman who stole her from her true family, and locked her in a tree for years. Rapunzel makes good use of her extra long hair, utilizing it as a lasso, a whip, an a rope among other things. With the help of her new found friend Jack (of Jack and the beanstalk fame) she is able to free her mother, escape the wicked Gothel, and find love in this Wild West version of a classic tale with a big twist.
Critical Analysis
This Graphic novel ties in traditional folktales with fantasy in a way that is fun, easy to follow, and even easier to look at. The illustrations in this book are fantastic and add an abundance of substance to the written text. The setting is well established both through text and illustrations, and the reader is able to identify the time period, and main personality traits of the characters easily, and to empathize with Rapulzel’s plight. The comic book style of this book is fun and when accompanied with the witty and engaging text, it creates a terrific read.
Review Excerpt
School Library Journal- “This is the tale as you've never seen it before. …While the witch's castle is straight out of a fairy tale, the nearby mining camps and rugged surrounding countryside are a throwback to the Wild West and make sense in the world that the authors and illustrator have crafted. The dialogue is witty, the story is an enticing departure from the original, and the illustrations are magically fun and expressive”
Connections
*Official website of Shannon Hale www.squeetus.com
* Have students adapt other common tales into their own Graphic Novel, utilizing classroom references, Manilla paper, colored pencils and Markers.
Hale, Shannon. 2008. RAPUNZEL’S REVENGE. Ill. by Nathan Hale. New York: Bloomsbury. ISBN 15999070X.
Plot Summary
Rapunzel’s goal is to free her birth mother and to avenge the wrong-doings she has experienced at the hands of “Mother Gothel” the woman who stole her from her true family, and locked her in a tree for years. Rapunzel makes good use of her extra long hair, utilizing it as a lasso, a whip, an a rope among other things. With the help of her new found friend Jack (of Jack and the beanstalk fame) she is able to free her mother, escape the wicked Gothel, and find love in this Wild West version of a classic tale with a big twist.
Critical Analysis
This Graphic novel ties in traditional folktales with fantasy in a way that is fun, easy to follow, and even easier to look at. The illustrations in this book are fantastic and add an abundance of substance to the written text. The setting is well established both through text and illustrations, and the reader is able to identify the time period, and main personality traits of the characters easily, and to empathize with Rapulzel’s plight. The comic book style of this book is fun and when accompanied with the witty and engaging text, it creates a terrific read.
Review Excerpt
School Library Journal- “This is the tale as you've never seen it before. …While the witch's castle is straight out of a fairy tale, the nearby mining camps and rugged surrounding countryside are a throwback to the Wild West and make sense in the world that the authors and illustrator have crafted. The dialogue is witty, the story is an enticing departure from the original, and the illustrations are magically fun and expressive”
Connections
*Official website of Shannon Hale www.squeetus.com
* Have students adapt other common tales into their own Graphic Novel, utilizing classroom references, Manilla paper, colored pencils and Markers.
Princess Academy
Bibliography
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Hale, Shannon. 2005. PRINCESS ACADEMY. New York: Bloomsbury. ISBN 1582349932.
Plot Summary
Miri, a young girl from the territory of Mount Eskel in Danland has always felt left out and like a burden on her community. Unable to work in the linder quarries with the rest of the village, she spends her days tending to goats, and admiring the mountain flower she was named for, until everything changes. All girls between fourteen and eighteen from Mount Eskel are sent to the Princess Academy, and one will be chosen as the next princess of Danland. Miri is determined to learn as much as she can, and make her family and village proud, even if it means leaving the mountain she loves so much. Miri proves herself to be the brightest girl in the group, as she learns more about the world around her, and herself. Many obstacles are overcome, and bonds are built, but in the end, Miri’s heart realizes she is not meant to be the next Princess of Danland, but rather to improve the mountain community she loves so much.
Critical Analysis
This work of low fantasy is engaging and consistent. The reader can easily empathize with Miri, and root for her as she stands up to the unfair tutor, or worse, the threatening band of bandits that invade the academy. The supernatural “quarry speech” used by villagers is presented in a believable way, and plays a strong role in Miri’s development as a character. The setting of Mount Eskel is well described, and it is easy to visualize the gleaming linder stone and miri flowers as Miri explores the mountain. The theme that even the little people can accomplish big things is prominent throughout this story accompanied by the importance of following your heart.
Review Excerpt
2006 Newberry Honor Book
Kirkus Reviews – “There are many pleasures to this satisfying tale: a precise lyricism to the language and a rhythm to the story that takes its tropes from many places, but its heart from ours...[A]n unalloyed joy."
Connections
*This book is geared towards young female readers.
*Access Shannon Hale’s group reading guide at http://www.squeetus.com/stage/academy.pdf
*Other books by Shannon Hale
ENNA BURNING. ISBN 1582349061.
THE GOOSE GIRL. ISBN 1582349908.
RIVER SECRETS. ISBN 1599902931.
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Hale, Shannon. 2005. PRINCESS ACADEMY. New York: Bloomsbury. ISBN 1582349932.
Plot Summary
Miri, a young girl from the territory of Mount Eskel in Danland has always felt left out and like a burden on her community. Unable to work in the linder quarries with the rest of the village, she spends her days tending to goats, and admiring the mountain flower she was named for, until everything changes. All girls between fourteen and eighteen from Mount Eskel are sent to the Princess Academy, and one will be chosen as the next princess of Danland. Miri is determined to learn as much as she can, and make her family and village proud, even if it means leaving the mountain she loves so much. Miri proves herself to be the brightest girl in the group, as she learns more about the world around her, and herself. Many obstacles are overcome, and bonds are built, but in the end, Miri’s heart realizes she is not meant to be the next Princess of Danland, but rather to improve the mountain community she loves so much.
Critical Analysis
This work of low fantasy is engaging and consistent. The reader can easily empathize with Miri, and root for her as she stands up to the unfair tutor, or worse, the threatening band of bandits that invade the academy. The supernatural “quarry speech” used by villagers is presented in a believable way, and plays a strong role in Miri’s development as a character. The setting of Mount Eskel is well described, and it is easy to visualize the gleaming linder stone and miri flowers as Miri explores the mountain. The theme that even the little people can accomplish big things is prominent throughout this story accompanied by the importance of following your heart.
Review Excerpt
2006 Newberry Honor Book
Kirkus Reviews – “There are many pleasures to this satisfying tale: a precise lyricism to the language and a rhythm to the story that takes its tropes from many places, but its heart from ours...[A]n unalloyed joy."
Connections
*This book is geared towards young female readers.
*Access Shannon Hale’s group reading guide at http://www.squeetus.com/stage/academy.pdf
*Other books by Shannon Hale
ENNA BURNING. ISBN 1582349061.
THE GOOSE GIRL. ISBN 1582349908.
RIVER SECRETS. ISBN 1599902931.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Weedflower
Bibliography
Kadohata, Cynthia. 2006. WEEDFLOWER. New York: Antheneum. ISBN 0689865740.
Plot Summary
WEEDFLOWER is the story of a young, twelve year old girl, Sumiko, and her family during the tense times before and after the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II. Before Pearl Harbor, Sumiko and her family are happy flower farmers in California, Sumiko was aware of the tensions between Japanese Americans and Caucasians, but these tensions were solidified when she and her family were forced to move to Potson, Arizona to an internment camp. While there, Sumiko is able to revive her love of flowers and gardening, and she makes her very first true friend in a Native American boy, Frank, and to see how the two groups of people are helping each other in a time of great need.
Critical Analysis
This story is told in a way that allows the reader to easily identify with Sumiko and her family, and to see the hardships and injustices they suffered for their heritage. The book gets it title from the name of Sumiko’s favorite flower, stock, often call Weedflower. Kadohata presents authentic historical information in a vivid way, describing the setting of the internment camp in such a way that the reader can visualize the barracks sprawled in the desert, and later, the lush, green gardens growing where it once seemed impossible. The familial ties are so well described that the reader can feel Sumiko’s ties to her younger brother “Tak-Tak”, her cousin Bull, and her grandfather Jiichan. Sumiko evolves from a young girl wanting nothing more than to attend the birthday party of the popular girl from school, into a young lady who understands her families history, her own feelings, and her strengths. This book brings to light a subject that is otherwise little discussed, and often overlooked in history books and classes. Kadohata’s knowledge stems from her own fathers experience at the internment camp, as well as much study of the history, giving this book much credit, and authentic historical value.
Review Excerpt
School Library Journal- “Kadohata brings into play some complex issues, but they realistically dovetail with Sumiko's growth from child to young woman. She is a sympathetic heroine, surrounded by well-crafted, fascinating people. The concise yet lyrical prose conveys her story in a compelling narrative that will resonate with a wide audience.”
Connections
This book should lead students to further explore the Japanese Internment camps of WWII, and the history involved.
Students could participate in a science experiment, testing various typed of soil, fertile, and dry, to understand the work that went into Sumiko’s garden at the camp.
Other books by Cynthia Kadohata:
KIRA-KIRA. ISBN 0689856407.
OUTSIDE BEAUTY. ISBN 0689865759.
Kadohata, Cynthia. 2006. WEEDFLOWER. New York: Antheneum. ISBN 0689865740.
Plot Summary
WEEDFLOWER is the story of a young, twelve year old girl, Sumiko, and her family during the tense times before and after the attack on Pearl Harbor during World War II. Before Pearl Harbor, Sumiko and her family are happy flower farmers in California, Sumiko was aware of the tensions between Japanese Americans and Caucasians, but these tensions were solidified when she and her family were forced to move to Potson, Arizona to an internment camp. While there, Sumiko is able to revive her love of flowers and gardening, and she makes her very first true friend in a Native American boy, Frank, and to see how the two groups of people are helping each other in a time of great need.
Critical Analysis
This story is told in a way that allows the reader to easily identify with Sumiko and her family, and to see the hardships and injustices they suffered for their heritage. The book gets it title from the name of Sumiko’s favorite flower, stock, often call Weedflower. Kadohata presents authentic historical information in a vivid way, describing the setting of the internment camp in such a way that the reader can visualize the barracks sprawled in the desert, and later, the lush, green gardens growing where it once seemed impossible. The familial ties are so well described that the reader can feel Sumiko’s ties to her younger brother “Tak-Tak”, her cousin Bull, and her grandfather Jiichan. Sumiko evolves from a young girl wanting nothing more than to attend the birthday party of the popular girl from school, into a young lady who understands her families history, her own feelings, and her strengths. This book brings to light a subject that is otherwise little discussed, and often overlooked in history books and classes. Kadohata’s knowledge stems from her own fathers experience at the internment camp, as well as much study of the history, giving this book much credit, and authentic historical value.
Review Excerpt
School Library Journal- “Kadohata brings into play some complex issues, but they realistically dovetail with Sumiko's growth from child to young woman. She is a sympathetic heroine, surrounded by well-crafted, fascinating people. The concise yet lyrical prose conveys her story in a compelling narrative that will resonate with a wide audience.”
Connections
This book should lead students to further explore the Japanese Internment camps of WWII, and the history involved.
Students could participate in a science experiment, testing various typed of soil, fertile, and dry, to understand the work that went into Sumiko’s garden at the camp.
Other books by Cynthia Kadohata:
KIRA-KIRA. ISBN 0689856407.
OUTSIDE BEAUTY. ISBN 0689865759.
The River Between Us
Bibliography
Peck, Richard. 2003. THE RIVER BETWEEN US. New York: Dial Books. ISBN 0803727456.
Plot Summary
Howard Leland Hutchings, with his two little brothers in tow, accompanies his father to his hometown of Grand Tower, Illinois. Once there, with the four adults who had raised his father, he is taken back to a time when the civil war was brewing, and to a family struggling through this tough time. The worlds of Tilly, Cass, and Noah Pruitt are forever changed when Delphine Duval and Calinda come ashore off a steamboat headed north from New Orleans. We see things change as Noah and Delphine fall in love, Tilly grows into a woman, Cass is able to come out of her shell with the help of Calinda, and eventually, as Noah goes off to fight in the Civil War. Much is discovered about all of the characters, as they struggle, overcome tragedy, and in the end, tighten the bonds that tie them as a family.
Critical Analysis
This book is written in such a way that the reader is truly able to visualize the characters, setting and struggles that this family encounters. Delphine’s prissy “southern” ways contrast greatly with the country lifestyle of the Pruitt family, adding interest and humor to the storyline. We also see her growth as an individual as she lets her guard down, and allows herself to get dirty when caring for injured soldiers in the field. As the characters are teenagers themselves, they are easy to relate to, and have feelings and thoughts that are understandable to young readers. This book certainly addresses many heavy issues such as slavery, mental illness, prejudice, and human rights. While these heavy themes are present, there is a light heartedness to it, allowing for some fun and fancy as well.
Review Excerpt
School Library Journal – “In this thoroughly researched novel, Peck masterfully describes the female Civil War experience, the subtle and not-too-subtle ways the country was changing, and the split in loyalty that separated towns and even families.”
Connections
Have children explore their thoughts about how they would behave during the Civil War, and their opinions of the reasons behind the war.
Children could create their own works of historical fiction by imagining themselves during the Civil War, and creating their own stories.
Other books about the civil war for children and young adults:
Herbert, Janis. The Civil War for Kids: A History with 21 Activities. ISBN 1556523556.
Cohn, Scottie. Beyond Their Years: Stories of Sixteen Civil War Children. ISBN 0762710276.
Furbee, Mary Rodd. Outrageous Women of Civil War Times. ISBN 0471229261.
Peck, Richard. 2003. THE RIVER BETWEEN US. New York: Dial Books. ISBN 0803727456.
Plot Summary
Howard Leland Hutchings, with his two little brothers in tow, accompanies his father to his hometown of Grand Tower, Illinois. Once there, with the four adults who had raised his father, he is taken back to a time when the civil war was brewing, and to a family struggling through this tough time. The worlds of Tilly, Cass, and Noah Pruitt are forever changed when Delphine Duval and Calinda come ashore off a steamboat headed north from New Orleans. We see things change as Noah and Delphine fall in love, Tilly grows into a woman, Cass is able to come out of her shell with the help of Calinda, and eventually, as Noah goes off to fight in the Civil War. Much is discovered about all of the characters, as they struggle, overcome tragedy, and in the end, tighten the bonds that tie them as a family.
Critical Analysis
This book is written in such a way that the reader is truly able to visualize the characters, setting and struggles that this family encounters. Delphine’s prissy “southern” ways contrast greatly with the country lifestyle of the Pruitt family, adding interest and humor to the storyline. We also see her growth as an individual as she lets her guard down, and allows herself to get dirty when caring for injured soldiers in the field. As the characters are teenagers themselves, they are easy to relate to, and have feelings and thoughts that are understandable to young readers. This book certainly addresses many heavy issues such as slavery, mental illness, prejudice, and human rights. While these heavy themes are present, there is a light heartedness to it, allowing for some fun and fancy as well.
Review Excerpt
School Library Journal – “In this thoroughly researched novel, Peck masterfully describes the female Civil War experience, the subtle and not-too-subtle ways the country was changing, and the split in loyalty that separated towns and even families.”
Connections
Have children explore their thoughts about how they would behave during the Civil War, and their opinions of the reasons behind the war.
Children could create their own works of historical fiction by imagining themselves during the Civil War, and creating their own stories.
Other books about the civil war for children and young adults:
Herbert, Janis. The Civil War for Kids: A History with 21 Activities. ISBN 1556523556.
Cohn, Scottie. Beyond Their Years: Stories of Sixteen Civil War Children. ISBN 0762710276.
Furbee, Mary Rodd. Outrageous Women of Civil War Times. ISBN 0471229261.
Number the Stars
Bibliography
Lowry, Lois. 1989. NUMBER THE STARS. New York: Bantam Doubleday Dell. ISBN 0440403278.
Plot Summary
This story is told through the eyes Annemarie Johansen, a young girl living in Copenhagen, Denmark during WWII. This brave young girl and her family are able to face the oppression of the Nazi forces in their town, and come to the aid of their close friends and neighbors, the Rosen family. This brave young girl is able to lead her friend to safety, by helping her Mother, Uncle, and family friend, as they work with the Danish Resistance to carry Jewish families across the sea to Sweden, where freedom awaits.
Critical Analysis
Lois Lowry has created an engaging cast of characters in this work of Historical fiction. While it is full of historical facts and information, it is presented in a style that is readable, and easy to comprehend. The reader is able to sense the fear and concern within the residents of Copenhagen, as Annemarie, Ellen, and Kirsti are confronted on a street corner by Nazi officers, and as their home in invaded on a search for the missing Rosen family. The setting is well described, and it is easy to visualize the streets of Denmark as it was, and had once been. It is often pointed out that the Danes are to help each other, and to do what’s right, even in the face of danger and adversity. The historical information presented by Lowry is factual, and based upon her own research, as well as the stories she had been told by a close friend who lived through this time in Denmark. The strength and bravery of this cast of characters, and the Danish resistance as a whole is tremendous, and touching. This story provides great opportunity for the discussion and exploration of themes such as bravery, freedom, and human decency.
Review Excerpt(s)
1990 Newberry Award winner
Booklist- “Lowry tells her story well, fashioning a tense climax…”
School Library Journal- “[a story of] Denmark and the Danish people, whose Resistance was so effective in saving their Jews.”
Connections
Lowry, Lois. 1989. NUMBER THE STARS. New York: Bantam Doubleday Dell. ISBN 0440403278.
Plot Summary
This story is told through the eyes Annemarie Johansen, a young girl living in Copenhagen, Denmark during WWII. This brave young girl and her family are able to face the oppression of the Nazi forces in their town, and come to the aid of their close friends and neighbors, the Rosen family. This brave young girl is able to lead her friend to safety, by helping her Mother, Uncle, and family friend, as they work with the Danish Resistance to carry Jewish families across the sea to Sweden, where freedom awaits.
Critical Analysis
Lois Lowry has created an engaging cast of characters in this work of Historical fiction. While it is full of historical facts and information, it is presented in a style that is readable, and easy to comprehend. The reader is able to sense the fear and concern within the residents of Copenhagen, as Annemarie, Ellen, and Kirsti are confronted on a street corner by Nazi officers, and as their home in invaded on a search for the missing Rosen family. The setting is well described, and it is easy to visualize the streets of Denmark as it was, and had once been. It is often pointed out that the Danes are to help each other, and to do what’s right, even in the face of danger and adversity. The historical information presented by Lowry is factual, and based upon her own research, as well as the stories she had been told by a close friend who lived through this time in Denmark. The strength and bravery of this cast of characters, and the Danish resistance as a whole is tremendous, and touching. This story provides great opportunity for the discussion and exploration of themes such as bravery, freedom, and human decency.
Review Excerpt(s)
1990 Newberry Award winner
Booklist- “Lowry tells her story well, fashioning a tense climax…”
School Library Journal- “[a story of] Denmark and the Danish people, whose Resistance was so effective in saving their Jews.”
Connections
*This book should prompt student interest and discussion of the events of World War II, and the treatment of Jews in Denmark, and across Europe.
* Other Books about children in World War II
Vos, Ida. HIDE AND SEEK. ISBN 0140369082.
Napoli, Donna Jo. STONES IN WATER. ISBN 0141306009.
Deedy, Carmen Agra. The Yellow Star: The Legend of King Christian X of Denmark. ISBN 1561452084.
Saturday, July 18, 2009
We Are The Ship
Bibliography
Nelson, Kadir. 2008. WE ARE THE SHIP: THE STORY OF NEGRO LEAGUE BASEBALL. New York: Hyperion. ISBN 0786808322.
Plot Summary
In this book, Kadir Nelson explores the history of the Negro Baseball Leagues. With the input of some of the players themselves, he reveals the struggles, injustices, and triumphs of the leagues, and the players. The story is told from the viewpoint of a player looking back on their experiences playing the game. The book begins as they players struggle through the challenges of being discriminated against, and travelling in less than desirable conditions “that cramped bus would get pretty ripe on some of those summer nights” to the end of the Negro leagues after Jackie Robinson made it into the major leagues.
Critical Analysis
Nelson really opens the reader up to the world of the Negro Baseball Leagues in this historical book. The style is really engaging, as the story is told through the mind of a past player looking back on his experience in the early years of Negro baseball. The paintings that accompany the text are remarkable, and help to paint the pictures of the past, and open up this world to the reader. The title We Are the Ship is derived from a memorable quote by the founder of the Negro National League, Rube Foster, “We are the Ship: all else the sea.” This is a truly outstanding work that pulls the reader into the world of baseball.
Review Excerpt
School Library Journal - “A lost piece of American history comes to life in Kadir Nelson's elegant and eloquent history (Hyperion/Jump at the Sun, 2008) of the Negro Leagues and its gifted baseball players.”
Connections
Have students explore the history of baseball and how the game has changed over the years.
Create Biographies of players featured in We Are The Ship, and other memorable players.
Other books about baseball history:
White, G. Edward. CREATING THE NATIONAL PASTIME. ISBN 0691058857
McKissack, P.C., and McKissack, F.L. BLACK DIAMOND: THE STORY OF THE NEGRO BASEBALL LEAGUES. ISBN 059068213X.
Nelson, Kadir. 2008. WE ARE THE SHIP: THE STORY OF NEGRO LEAGUE BASEBALL. New York: Hyperion. ISBN 0786808322.
Plot Summary
In this book, Kadir Nelson explores the history of the Negro Baseball Leagues. With the input of some of the players themselves, he reveals the struggles, injustices, and triumphs of the leagues, and the players. The story is told from the viewpoint of a player looking back on their experiences playing the game. The book begins as they players struggle through the challenges of being discriminated against, and travelling in less than desirable conditions “that cramped bus would get pretty ripe on some of those summer nights” to the end of the Negro leagues after Jackie Robinson made it into the major leagues.
Critical Analysis
Nelson really opens the reader up to the world of the Negro Baseball Leagues in this historical book. The style is really engaging, as the story is told through the mind of a past player looking back on his experience in the early years of Negro baseball. The paintings that accompany the text are remarkable, and help to paint the pictures of the past, and open up this world to the reader. The title We Are the Ship is derived from a memorable quote by the founder of the Negro National League, Rube Foster, “We are the Ship: all else the sea.” This is a truly outstanding work that pulls the reader into the world of baseball.
Review Excerpt
School Library Journal - “A lost piece of American history comes to life in Kadir Nelson's elegant and eloquent history (Hyperion/Jump at the Sun, 2008) of the Negro Leagues and its gifted baseball players.”
Connections
Have students explore the history of baseball and how the game has changed over the years.
Create Biographies of players featured in We Are The Ship, and other memorable players.
Other books about baseball history:
White, G. Edward. CREATING THE NATIONAL PASTIME. ISBN 0691058857
McKissack, P.C., and McKissack, F.L. BLACK DIAMOND: THE STORY OF THE NEGRO BASEBALL LEAGUES. ISBN 059068213X.
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