| 14 Cows for America Contributor(s): Deedy, Carmen Agra (Author), Gonzalez, Thomas (Illustrator), Naiyomah, Wilson Kimeli (Contribution by) |
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ISBN: 1561454907 ISBN-13: 9781561454907 Publisher: Peachtree Publishers
WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guarantee Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: August 2009 |
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| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Topics - Values & Virtues - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - Africa - Juvenile Nonfiction | People & Places - United States |
| Dewey: 327.676 |
| LCCN: 2008055968 |
| Age Level: 7-10 |
| Grade Level: 2-5 |
| Lexile Measure: 540 AD (Adult Directed Text) |
| Guided Reading: S (Grade 4) |
| Physical Information: 0.4" H x 11.8" W x 10.1" L (1.15 lbs) 36 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 21st Century - Cultural Region - East Africa |
| Features: Dust Cover, Ikids, Illustrated, Price on Product |
| Awards: Georgia Children's Book Award, Nominee, Picture Storybook, 2013 North Carolina Children's Book Award, Nominee, Junior Book, 2011 Young Hoosier Book Award, Nominee, Intermediate, 2014 South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award, Nominee, Picture Book, 2011 Black-Eyed Susan Award, Nominee, Picture Book, 2010 E.B. White Read Aloud Award, Honor Book, Picture Book, 2010 Volunteer State Book Awards, Nominee, Primary, 2013 Colorado Children's Book Award, Nominee, Picture Book, 2011 Land of Enchantment Book Award, Nominee, Picture Book, 2011 Beehive Awards, Nominee, Informational, 2011 Bluebonnet Awards, Nominee, Children's, 2011 California Young Reader Medal, Nominee, Picture Bk/Older Reader, 2014 Parents Choice Awards (Fall) (2008-Up), Gold Medal Winner, Picture Book, 2009 Cybils, Finalist, Nonfiction Picture Book, 2009 |
| Review Citations: Kirkus Review - Children 07/01/2009 Booklist 07/01/2009 pg. 57 Publishers Weekly 08/03/2009 pg. 45 School Library Journal 08/01/2009 pg. 89 New York Times Book Review 11/08/2009 pg. 15 New York Times Book Review 11/15/2009 pg. 26 Christian Century 12/15/2009 pg. 26 Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2010 pg. 179 - Recommended, Satisfactory Foreword 08/17/2009 |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 133355 Reading Level: 4.1 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A New York Times Best Seller This now-classic picture book recounts the true story of a touching gift bestowed on the United States by a tribe of Maasai Warriors in the wake of the September 11th attacks. "Lovely... beautifully evocative." ―Nicholas Kristof, The New York Times "Moving and dramatically illustrated." ―The Wall Street Journal "Elegant...suspenseful...The colors of Kenya explode off the page." ―School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW In June of 2002, a mere nine months since the September 11 attacks, a very unusual ceremony begins in a far-flung village in western Kenya. An American diplomat is surrounded by hundreds of Maasai people. A gift is about to be bestowed upon the American men, women, and children, and he is there to accept it. The gift is as unexpected as it is extraordinary. Hearts are raw as these legendary Maasai warriors offer their gift to a grieving people half a world away. Word of the gift will travel newswires around the globe, and for the heartsick American nation, the gift of fourteen cows emerges from the choking dust and darkness as a soft light of hope―and friendship. This New York Times best seller recounts the true story from Wilson Kimeli Naiyomah of the touching gift bestowed on the United States by a tribe of Maasai Warriors in the wake of the September 11 attacks. With stunning paintings from Thomas Gonzalez, master storyteller Carmen Agra Deedy (in collaboration with Naiyomah) hits all the right notes in this elegant story of generosity that crosses boundaries, nations, and cultures. Best Children's Books of the Year (Starred) - Bank Street College of Education Notable Books for a Global Society - International Reading Association E.B. White Read-Aloud Honor - Association of Booksellers for Children Parents' Choice Gold Award - Parents' Choice Foundation Teacher's Guide available |
Contributor Bio(s): Deedy, Carmen Agra: - Carmen Agra Deedy is a New York Times bestselling author and has been writing and traveling around the world telling stories for more than twenty years. Her books have received numerous awards and honors. Carmen has performed in many prestigious venues, but children are her favorite audience. Born in Havana, Cuba, she came to the United States as a refugee and like most immigrants sees the world from multiple perspectives. She lives in Georgia.Gonzalez, Thomas: - Thomas Gonzalez was born in Havana, Cuba, and moved to the United States as a child. An artist and painter, he directed campaigns for clients such as Coca-Cola, Delta Airlines, NASCAR, the NFL, and McDonald's, in addition to illustrating children's books. He lives in Georgia.Naiyomah, Wilson Kimeli: - Wilson Kimeli Naiyomah received his master of science degree in molecular biology from Stanford University in 2008. He was awarded a Rotary International World Peace Fellowship and completed studies in international development policy at Duke University. |
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