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Author & Illustrator: Bryan Collier Narrator: Ricky SmithISBN 13: 9781430100539Release Date: 10/31/2007Grades: Pre - 3
Length: 7 Min 56 Sec
Price: $22.95
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"Narrator Ricky Smith does a commendable job of capturing the tone of the book. Subtle sound effects such as an occasional car honking and the Boys and Girls Choir of Harlem singing enhance the telling. A stunning and affectionate celebration of Harlem." School Library Journal
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"...slow, expressive reading gives weight to the simple sentences of the text and allows youngsters to follow along.... This exceptionally fine production raises a significant piece of historical fiction to a very high level."-School Library Journal
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"A picture book of few words is skillfully given depth with sound effects and dialogue between two talented voices." BOOKLIST
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Author: Walter Dean Myers Illustrator: Christopher Myers Narrators: Macleod Andrews, Olivia DuFord, Dion Graham, Lizann Mitchell, Christopher Myers, Walter Dean Myers, Johanna Parker, Adriana Sananes, Kaipo Schwab Additional narrations: Kim Meijer, Jenny Alogna, Kelley Rose AlognaISBN 13: 9781430111115Release Date: 10/31/2012Grades: 2 - 5
Length: 33 Min 51 Sec
Price: $22.95
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The sweeping scope of Myers's free verse poems is captured beautifully and interpreted dramatically on this CD by a diverse cast of narrators. This eminently patriotic book celebrates free expression and attempts to paint with word pictures the depth and breadth of the varied American experience. ... the chorus of voices, music, and sounds tell the unique story of America and its people in 33 breathless minutes. Truly inspirational." --School Library Journal
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ALA Odyssey Honor Award; AudioFile's Best Audiobooks of 2019 " Each narrator lends a unique voice to the story, complementing the diverse contemporary Cherokee families who are depicted celebrating every season. Cherokee pronunciations are beautifully delivered to help listeners understand the language, while sounds of the forest and the community create ambiance. Listening with the picture book is the ideal way to appreciate this charming and important work with themes of being thankful, honoring family and ancestors, and coming together for celebrations. ...."
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