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The Red Pencil - by Andrea Davis Pinkney

The Red Pencil - by Andrea Davis Pinkney - 1 of 1
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Highlights

  • ★ "Amira's thoughts and drawings are vividly brought to life through Pinkney's lyrical verse and Evans's lucid line illustrations, which infuse the narrative with emotional intensity....
  • 8-12 Years
  • 7.69" x 5.25" Paperback
  • 368 Pages
  • Juvenile Fiction, Historical

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About the Book



"After her tribal village is attacked by militants, Amira, a young Sudanese girl, must flee to safety at a refugee camp, where she finds hope and the chance to pursue an education in the form of a single red pencil and the friendship and encouragement of a wise elder"--



Book Synopsis



★ "Amira's thoughts and drawings are vividly brought to life through Pinkney's lyrical verse and Evans's lucid line illustrations, which infuse the narrative with emotional intensity.... An essential purchase." --School Library Journal, starred review

The powerful story of one girl's triumphant journey, inspired by true tales of life in Sudan, written by a New York Times bestselling and award winning author

"Amira, look at me," Muma insists.She collects both my hands in hers.
"The Janjaweed attack without warning.
If ever they come-- run."

Finally, Amira is twelve. Old enough to wear a toob, old enough for new responsibilities. And maybe old enough to go to school in Nyala-- Amira's one true dream.

But life in her peaceful Sudanese village is shattered when the Janjaweed arrive. The terrifying attackers ravage the town and unleash unspeakable horrors. After she loses nearly everything, Amira needs to dig deep within herself to find the strength to make the long journey-- on foot-- to safety at a refugee camp. Her days are tough at the camp, until the gift of a simple red pencil opens her mind-- and all kinds of possibilities.

New York Times bestselling and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Andrea Davis Pinkney's powerful verse and Coretta Scott King Award-winning artist Shane W. Evans's breathtaking illustrations combine to tell an inspiring tale of one girl's triumph against all odds.



Review Quotes




* "Amira's thoughts and drawings are vividly brought to life through Pinkney's lyrical verse and Evans's lucid line illustrations, which infuse the narrative with emotional intensity.... An essential purchase."
--School Library Journal

* "Pinkney faces war's horrors head on, yet also conveys a sense of hope and promise."

--Publishers Weekly

* "Pinkney uses deft strokes to create engaging characters through the poetry of their observations and the poignancy of their circumstances... A soulful story that captures the magic of possibility, even in difficult times."--Kirkus Reviews

Praise for The Red Pencil:



About the Author



Andrea Davis Pinkney is the New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of more than 20 books for children, including Bird in a Box and several collaborations with her husband Brian Pinkney, including Sit -In, Hand in Hand, and Martin & Mahalia. She lives with her family in Brooklyn, NY.

Shane W. Evans is the illustrator of many books for young readers, including Underground: Finding the Light to Freedom, which won a Coretta Scott King award, and Nobody Gonna Turn Me Round, which was nominated for an NAACP Image Award. His website is ShaneEvans.com.

Dimensions (Overall): 7.69 Inches (H) x 5.25 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: .6 Pounds
Suggested Age: 8-12 Years
Sub-Genre: Historical
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
Number of Pages: 368
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Theme: Africa
Format: Paperback
Author: Andrea Davis Pinkney
Language: English
Street Date: November 3, 2015
TCIN: 88899370
UPC: 9780316247825
Item Number (DPCI): 247-54-4412
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1 inches length x 5.25 inches width x 7.69 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.6 pounds
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