


Bronx Masquerade, Dial Books 2002 A novel written in 18 voices, this book celebrates the power of poetry, both as a means of self expression, and as a vehicle for shaping a more cohesive community. by Bryan Collier, S & S, 2008 A picture-book biography of our 44th president, from his childhood to his inauguration. Barack Obama: Son of Promise, Child of Hope, illus. At Jerusalem’s Gate, illustrated by David Frampton, Eerdmans, 2005 The Easter story comes to life in a new series of poems, exploring the story from multiple perspectives of those who were part of the Biblical account. At Break of Day, illustrated by Paul Morin, Eerdmans, 1999 A fresh retelling of the biblical creation story, portrayed as a joint act of Father and Son.

Putnam’s Sons, 2010 In this tale about entitlement, Dyamonde learns the vast difference between want and need, and the importance of sharing what we have with others. NIKKI GRIMES: BOOK LIST presented in alphabetical order
