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Shades of Black: a Celebration of Our Children by Sandra L. Pinkney

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Shades of Black: a Celebration of Our Children

Sandra L. Pinkney

Scholastic Inc. · Print & ebook · January 1, 2006

Reading lane: African American Life (U.S.)

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Why This Clicks

Pride in Every Shade

Poetry and portraits celebrate the many shades and features of Black children.

Come here for

  • Imaginative descriptions of skin, hair, and eye color
  • A joyful celebration of African-American heritage

Expect

  • Simple poetic language
  • Photographic portraits and affirming words

Book Details

Authors
Sandra L. Pinkney
Publisher
Scholastic Inc.
Published
January 1, 2006
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
African American Life (U.S.) · US: African American Stories
Reading lane
African American Life (U.S.)

Affinity

Publisher Categories

  • African American Life (U.S.)

  • Self-Esteem & Independence

About This Book

The best-selling picture book is now available as a board book. I am Black / I am Unique / I am the creamy white frost in vanilla ice cream / and the milky smooth brown in a chocolate bar...Using simple poetic language and stunning photographs, Sandra and Myles Pinkney have created a remarkable book of affirmation for African-American children. Photographic portraits and striking descriptions of varied skin tones, hair texture, and eye color convey a strong sense of pride in...

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The best-selling picture book is now available as a board book. I am Black / I am Unique / I am the creamy white frost in vanilla ice cream / and the milky smooth brown in a chocolate bar...Using simple poetic language and stunning photographs, Sandra and Myles Pinkney have created a remarkable book of affirmation for African-American children. Photographic portraits and striking descriptions of varied skin tones, hair texture, and eye color convey a strong sense of pride in a unique heritage. A joyous celebration of the rich diversity among African-Americans.

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