It was also selected as a New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice Staff Pick and was chosen by both Publishers Weekly and School Library Journal as a Best Book of 2018. Oge Mora is the author/illustrator of Thank You, Omu! which won a Caldecott Honor as well as the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award. She is the author of Hammering for Freedom- The Story of William Lewis, which was awarded the New Voices Award by Lee & Low Books and has received three starred reviews. Rita Lorraine Hubbard is the author of a number of nonfiction books for adults and runs the children's book review site Picture Book Depot. Submitted by Ginny H."A picture book biography sharing the inspiring and incredible true story of the nation's oldest student, Mary Walker, who learned to read at the age of 116"-ġ volume (unpaged) : color illustrations 29 cm Recommended for ages 4–8 but all ages will love this story of resilience and determination. The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read is a story embedded in growth mindset, historical references, and that of resiliency. There are even real photos of Mary on the front and back covers. I love how this book is full of hope and the vibrant collage illustrations by Coretta Scott King award winner, Oge Mara, really help tell the story in this amazing picture book biography. This true story definitely shows that you are never too old to learn. Late in life, Mary said, "No more waiting! Time to learn!" You'll be amazed to learn Mary's age when she finally learned to read and became truly free. One day, Mary was given a Bible, but all she could see were squiggly lines! Mary became determined to learn to read but there was always work to be done and a family to raise. Even when Mary and her family were freed from slavery she still had to work hard. She wanted to be free too! But she had to keep working. Mary, born into slavery in 1868, loved watching the birds fly free in the sky while she worked in the fields. A read-aloud by learning to read at the age of 116 Discover the true story of Mary Walker, the nations oldest student who did just tha. Reserve a Meeting Room or Gallery Space.Volunteers in Tutoring Adult Learners (VITAL).Community Access Television Services (CATS).
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