Exquisite : the poetry and life of Gwendolyn Brooks
(Book)
Author
Contributors
Cabrera, Cozbi A., illustrator.
Published
New York : Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2020.
Format
Book
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.8 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
870L
Appears on list
Status
John & Judy Gay Library - Juvenile Biography
J BIO BRO
1 available
J BIO BRO
1 available
Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library - Juvenile Biography
J BIO BRO
1 available
J BIO BRO
1 available
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Copies
| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| John & Judy Gay Library - Juvenile Biography | J BIO BRO | On Shelf |
| Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library - Juvenile Biography | J BIO BRO | On Shelf |
Subjects
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Published
New York : Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2020.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 28 cm
Language
English
Accelerated Reader
LG
Level 4.8, 1 Points
Level 4.8, 1 Points
Lexile measure
870
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Citation/References
Horn Book,,July 01, 2020
Citation/References
School Library Journal,,February 01, 2020
Citation/References
Horn Book Guide,,October 01, 2020
Citation/References
Publishers Weekly,,April 06, 2020
Description
A picture-book biography of celebrated poet Gwendolyn Brooks, the first Black person to win the Pulitzer Prize Gwendolyn Brooks (1917-2000) is known for her poems about "real life." She wrote about love, loneliness, family, and poverty-showing readers how just about anything could become a beautiful poem. Exquisite follows Gwendolyn from early girlhood into her adult life, showcasing her desire to write poetry from a very young age. This picture-book biography explores the intersections of race, gender, and the ubiquitous poverty of the Great Depression-all with a lyrical touch worthy of the subject. Gwendolyn Brooks was the first Black person to win the Pulitzer Prize, receiving the award for poetry in 1950. And in 1958, she was named the poet laureate of Illinois. A bold artist who from a very young age dared to dream, Brooks will inspire young readers to create poetry from their own lives.
Target Audience
5-8,Brodart.
Target Audience
K-3,Brodart.
Target Audience
870L,Lexile
Study Program Information
Accelerated Reader AR,LG,4.8,0.5,508936.
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Slade, S., & Cabrera, C. A. (2020). Exquisite: the poetry and life of Gwendolyn Brooks . Abrams Books for Young Readers.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Slade, Suzanne and Cozbi A., Cabrera. 2020. Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks. Abrams Books for Young Readers.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Slade, Suzanne and Cozbi A., Cabrera. Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2020.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Slade, Suzanne, and Cozbi A. Cabrera. Exquisite: The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2020.
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