Jerry Pinkney eBook

by Sheila Griffin Llanas

Overview

This biography introduces readers to Jerry Pinkney, illustrator of more than 100 children's books, including the award-winning The Lion and the Mouse. Readers will learn about Pinkney's childhood in Pennsylvania and his current family life in New York State, his early interest in drawing, and the inspiration behind his traditional African-American stories such as John Henry and The Talking Eggs. Easy-to-read text and full-color photos highlight Pinkney's family, his life as an illustrator, and his beloved works, including The Patchwork Quilt. Checkerboard Library is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781614785026
Publisher:	ABDO Publishing
Publication date:	01/01/2012
Series:	Children's Illustrators Set 2 eBook
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	2 MB
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years