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by Cynthia Grady (Author), Michele Wood (Illustrator)
This rich and intricate collection of poems chronicles the various experiences of American slaves. Drawn together through imagery drawn from quilting and fiber arts, each poem is spoken from a different perspective: a house slave, a mother losing her daughter to the auction block, a blacksmith, a slave fleeing on the Underground Railroad.
This moving and eloquent set of poems, brought to life by vivid and colorful artwork from Michele Wood, offers a timeless witness to the hardship endured by America's slaves. Each poem is supplemented by a historical note.Author Biography
Cynthia Grady is a poet and a librarian at Sidwell Friends School in Washington, D.C. I Lay My Stiches Down is her first published book. In her spare time, Cynthia quilts. Visit her website at www.cynthiagrady.com.
Michele Wood is a painter, illustrator, designer, and writer. She received the American Book Award for her first book, Going Back Home, and the Coretta Scott King Award for the illustration in her book I See the Rhythm. Michele lives in Georgia. Visit her website at www.michelewood.com.
Number of Pages: 34
Dimensions: 0.3 x 12.08 x 9.39 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: January 01, 2012
Award: Parents Choice Awards (Spring) (2008-Up) (2012)
Award: Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens (2013)
Award: Nautilus Award (2013)
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: I Lay My Stitches Down: Poems of American Slavery
Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8
Reading Level: 6.3
Point Value: 0.5
