Complete with sketches by the artist, this memoir creates a picture of the life of Caldecott Medalist Jerry Pinkney, author and illustrator of several beloved books for children. In this book, he tells stories of his early years growing up in Philadelphia, describing his experiences as the lone artist of his family, and as a young student learning to live with dyslexia. This project was a labor of love for Mr. Pinkney, who, sadly, passed away in 2021 before completing its final artwork. As Mr. Pinkney hoped, this book is designed to be friendly to readers with dyslexia, printed with a font that is easy to read. Be sure to read the Editor’s Note to learn more about how this book came to be. I loved the richness of Mr. Pinkney’s storytelling and cheered as he found his calling!
This book is for children (and their adults.)
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