An American Story

#1 New York Times Bestselling and award-winning author of The Undefeated, Kwame Alexander, pens a powerful picture book that tells the story of American slavery through the voice of a teacher struggling to help her students understand its harrowing history.

From the fireside tales in an African village, through the unspeakable passage across the Atlantic, to the backbreaking work in the fields of the South, this is a story of a people's struggle and strength, horror and hope. This is the story of American slavery, a story that needs to be told and understood by all of us. A testament to the resilience of the African American community, this book honors what has been and envisions what is to be.

With stunning mixed-media illustrations by newcomer Dare Coulter, this is a potent book for those who want to speak the truth. Perfect for family sharing, the classroom, and homeschooling.

Author: Kwame Alexander
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Published: 01/03/2023
Pages: 56
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.28lbs
Size: 10.10h x 10.10w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9780316473125

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 516398 / American Story


Review Citation(s):
Booklist 11/01/2022 pg. 67
School Library Journal 12/01/2022 pg. 98
Kirkus Reviews 12/01/2022
Publishers Weekly 12/19/2022
Horn Book Magazine 01/01/2023 pg. 98