Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales, and True Tales -- Virginia

<b>Gracefully told by Newbery Medalist Virginia Hamilton, this collection of 19 stories focuses on the magical lore and wondrous imaginings of Black women.</b><p></p>Vibrant paintings by Caldecott Medallists Leo and Diane Dillon glow with the drama and mystery of each tale while reflecting the warmth and beauty of the people who first told them.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Virginia Hamilton<br><b>Publisher:</b> Blue Sky Press<br><b>Published:</b> 11/01/1995<br><b>Pages:</b> 128<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 1.65lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 11.00h x 8.70w x 0.70d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780590473705<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 9-12<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 4.6<br><b>Point Value:</b> 3<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Middle Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>14923 / Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales, and True Tales<br><br><b>Award:</b> Coretta Scott King Award - Winner<br><b>Award:</b> Coretta Scott King Award - Honor Book<br><br><b>Review Citation(s): </b><br><i>Publishers Weekly</i> 11/13/1995 pg. 61<br><i>Kirkus Review - Children</i> 11/01/1995 pg. 1565<br><i>New York Times</i> 11/12/1995 pg. 23<br><i>Booklist</i> 11/01/1995 pg. 470<br><i>School Library Journal</i> 11/01/1995 pg. 111<br><i>Booklist</i> 02/15/1996 pg. 1006<br><i>Booklist Ed Choice Youth</i> 01/01/1996 pg. 742<br><i>Hornbook Guide to Children</i> 07/01/1995 pg. 91 - Superior,Well Above Average<br><i>Booklist</i> 02/15/1997 pg. 1014<br><i>Booklist</i> 03/15/1998 pg. 1235<b