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Poetry for Young People: African American Poetry
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4 out of 5
Based on 72 Ratings and 23 Reviews

Book Description
The newest addition to the acclaimed Poetry for Young People series shines a light on the power and beauty of African-American verse. Co-editors Arnold Rampersad and Marcellus Blount--both towering figures in literary criticism--have put together an impressive anthology that will open up a world of wonderful word images for children. The classic poems come from some of the most influential and cel... More
Book Information
PublisherSterling Children's Books
BindingHardcover
Reading LevelAges 9-12
# of Pages48
ISBN-101402716893
ISBN-13978-1402716898
Publication Date01/01/2013
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About Arnold Rampersad (Editor) : Arnold Rampersad is a published author and an editor of children's books. Some of the published credits of Arnold Rampersad include Native Son (Perennial Classics), Poetry for Young People: Langston H... more
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About Marcellus Blount (Editor) : Marcellus Blount is a published editor. A published credit of Marcellus Blount is Poetry for Young People: African American Poetry.
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About Karen Barbour (Illustrator) : Karen Barbour is a published author and an illustrator of children's books and young adult books. Some of the published credits of Karen Barbour include Mr. Williams, Let's Talk About Race.
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