Jerry Pinkney
2) Noah's ark
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English
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Retells the biblical story of the great flood and how Noah and his family faithfully responded to God's call to save life on earth.
13) The nightingale
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Pub. Date
[2002]
Language
English
Description
Despite being neglected by the emperor for a jewel-studded bird, the little nightingale revives the dying ruler with its beautiful song. A retelling set in Northwest Africa.
16) Puss in Boots
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Pub. Date
[2012]
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English
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Description
A clever cat wins for his master a fortune and the hand of a princess.
18) John Henry
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English
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Description
Retells the life of the legendary African American hero who raced against a steam drill to cut through a mountain.
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English
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Black Voices | Adults PEQ
JEF - Black Voices for Black History (Adult)
JEF - Historical Fiction - Adults
JEF - Black Voices for Black History (Adult)
JEF - Historical Fiction - Adults
Description
A novel about black Americans in Florida that centers on the life of Janie and her three marriages.
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