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Picking Peas for a Penny

A black girl describes the hard work and the rewards involved in growing up on a farm during the Depression of the 1930s

By Angela Shelf Medearis

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Hardcover:

9780938349549 | State House Pr, March 1, 1990, cover price $11.95 | About this edition: A black girl describes the hard work and the rewards involved in growing up on a farm during the Depression of the 1930s

Dancing With the Indians: A Live Oak Readalong

By Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780874993349 | Pap/cas edition (Live Oak Media, March 1, 1993), cover price $37.95

Come This Far to Freedom: A History of African Americans

Tells the stories of heroic African Americans from the time of the African slave trade, through the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, the civil rights movement, and up to the present, with more than fifty photographs and drawings.

By Angela Shelf Medearis and Terea D. Shaffer (illustrator)

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9780689315220 | Atheneum, October 1, 1993, cover price $14.95 | About this edition: Traces the history and accomplishments of African Americans as explorers, inventors, writers, soldiers, artists, scientists, and more, from the days of slavery to the present

Our People

Parent and child discuss their African-American heritage and the contributions made to civilization by their people.

By Michael Bryant (illustrator) and Angela Shelf Medearis

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9781577684404 | Brighter Child, December 16, 2002, cover price $14.95 | About this edition: Parent and child discuss their African-American heritage and the contributions made to civilization by their people.

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9780689318269 | 1 edition (Atheneum, March 1, 1994), cover price $15.00 | About this edition: Parent and child discuss their African-American heritage and the contributions made to civilization by their people

Dancing With Indians

By Angela Shelf Medearis

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9781595192493 | Pap/com edition (Live Oak Media, March 30, 1994), cover price $39.95

9781595192486 | Pap/com edition (Live Oak Media, March 30, 1994), cover price $18.95

The Singing Man: Adapted from a West African Folktale

Product Description: A couple's youngest son is forced to leave his West African village because he chooses music over the more practical occupations of his brothers, but years later he returns to show the wisdom of his choice.

By Angela Shelf Medearis and Terea Shaffer (illustrator)

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9780823412082 | Reprint edition (Holiday House, October 1, 1995), cover price $6.95 | About this edition: A couple's youngest son is forced to leave his West African village because he chooses music over the more practical occupations of his brothers, but years later he returns to show the wisdom of his choice.

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9780823411030 | Holiday House, September 1, 1994, cover price $17.95 | About this edition: A couple's youngest son is forced to leave his West African village because he chooses music over the more practical occupations of his brothers, but years later he returns to show the wisdom of his choice

The Seven Days of Kwanzaa

Introduces the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa, and provides information on holiday parties, recipes for African-inspired dishes, instructions for holiday craft projects, and brief biographies of individuals whose lives represent each of the seven pri

By Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780590463607 | Reissue edition (Scholastic Paperbacks, March 1, 1997), cover price $4.50 | About this edition: Introduces the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa, and provides information on holiday parties, recipes for African-inspired dishes, instructions for holiday craft projects, and brief biographies of individuals whose lives represent each of the seven pri

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9780606067287 | Demco Media, October 1, 1994, cover price $12.14 | About this edition: Introduces the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa, and provides information on holiday parties, recipes for African-inspired dishes, instructions for holiday craft projects, and brief biographies of individuals whose lives represent each of the seven principles of Kwanzaa.

Little Louis and the Jazz Band: The Story of Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong

Tells how the young Louis Armstrong developed his musical talent as an inmate in an orphanage, and describes his subsequent career as a leading jazz musician

By Angela Shelf Medearis and Anna Rich (illustrator)

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9780525674245 | Lodestar Books, November 1, 1994, cover price $13.99 | About this edition: Tells how the young Louis Armstrong developed his musical talent as an inmate in an orphanage, and describes his subsequent career as a leading jazz musician

The African-American Kitchen: Cooking from Our Heritage

A unique cookbook exploring African-American cuisine includes native African dishes, Caribbean-influenced foods, Southern and soul food delights, and more, as well as containing recipes for such delectable delights as Ethiopian Yemiser Selatta, Ghanaian Kelewele, Hoppin' John, and more. Reprint. Tour.

By Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780525938347 | E P Dutton, December 1, 1994, cover price $23.95 | About this edition: A collection of recipes from the diverse traditions of African-American culture offers more than two hundred fifty dishes, including cuisine from Africa, the Caribbean, and the American South

Paperback:

9780452276383 | Plume, November 1, 1997, cover price $17.00 | About this edition: A collection of recipes from the diverse traditions of African American culture offers more than two hundred fifty dishes, including cuisine from Africa, the Caribbean, and the American South

Jugamos Bajo LA Iluvia

A multi-ethnic, rhyming tale for early readers is presented in a Spanish-language edition and follows the adventures of two young children who have fun on a rainy day. Original.

By Angela Shelf Medearis, Yolanda Noda and Sylvia Walker (illustrator)

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9780590738811 | Cartwheel Books, January 1, 1995, cover price $3.99 | About this edition: Children pout when the rain begins, but, soon, properly dressed, they enjoy playing outdoors in the rain

Poppa's New Pants

Colorfully illustrated hilarity results when Poppa's new pants, which are several sizes too large, finally end up with an owner who can use them.

By Angela Shelf Medearis and John Ward (illustrator)

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9780823411559 | Holiday House, March 1, 1995, cover price $15.95 | About this edition: Poppa finds a pair of lovely pants, only six inches too long, but Grandma Tiny, Big Momma, and Aunt Viney are all too tired to hem them before church

Skin Deep and Other Teenage Reflections: Poems

An insightful collection of easy-to-read poems about the problems and frustrations of being a teenager

By Michael Bryant (illustrator) and Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780027659801 | Atheneum, June 1, 1995, cover price $15.00 | About this edition: An insightful collection of easy-to-read poems about the problems and frustrations of being a teenager

Bye-Bye, Babies!

Toddlers will find entertaining fun in a sturdy board book that features enthusiastic and wiggly tots enjoying their favorite games, from shouting 'Peek-a-boo!' to waving bye-bye. For children under two.

By Patrice Aggs (illustrator) and Angela Shelf Medearis

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9781564022585 | Candlewick Pr, August 1, 1995, cover price $4.95 | About this edition: Enthusiastic tots enjoy their favorite games, from shouting 'peek-a-boo!

A Kwanzaa Celebration: Festive Recipes and Homemade Gifts from an African-American Kitchen

Emphasizing foods that traveled with Africans to America, such as yams, sesame seeds, collard greens, and hot peppers, a collection of recipes for the Kwanzaa celebration includes information about the ceremony and inspirational text.

By Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780525940708 | Penguin USA, December 1, 1995, cover price $17.95 | About this edition: Emphasizing foods that traveled with Africans to America, a collection of recipes for the Kwanzaa celebration includes information about the ceremony and inspirational text

9780788168031, titled "Kwanzaa Celebration: Festive Recipes and Homemade Gifts from an African-American Kitchen" | Diane Pub Co, August 1, 1995, cover price $18.00 | About this edition: A delicious blend of food, culture, & African-American history to make your Kwanzaa celebration warm, welcoming, & meaningful.

Eat, Babies, Eat!

A rhythmic and entertaining collection of spreads highlights enthusiastic toddlers who learn that eyes are for seeing, hands are for clapping, ears are for hearing, and mouths are for eating cookies. For children under two.

By Patrice Aggs (illustrator) and Angela Shelf Medearis

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9781564022578 | Candlewick Pr, August 1, 1995, cover price $4.95 | About this edition: Enthusiastic toddlers learn that eyes are for seeing, hands are for clapping, ears are for hearing, and mouths are for eating cookies

Sharing Danny's Dad

Danny's friend spends the day with Danny and his father, and the three of them do everything together

By Jan Spivey Gilchrist (illustrator) and Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780673362759 | Goodyear Pub Co, August 1, 1995, cover price $7.50 | About this edition: Danny's friend spends the day with Danny and his father, and the three of them do everything together

The Adventures of Sugar and Junior

Interracial best friends Sugar and Junior share four easy-to-read adventures as they shoot basketball hoops together, unsuccessfully bake cookies for a school project, and watch a scary movie during which Sugar must console Junior.

By Angela Shelf Medearis and Nancy Poydar (illustrator)

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9780823411825 | Holiday House, September 1, 1995, cover price $15.95 | About this edition: Santiago Antonio Ramirez, also known as Junior, enjoys playing games, making cookies, and going to the movies with Sugar, the new girl next door

The Freedom Riddle

Master Brown agrees to grant Jim his freedom if Jim can stump him with a riddle.

By Angela Shelf Medearis and John Ward (illustrator)

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9781577684411 | Brighter Child, December 26, 2002, cover price $14.95 | About this edition: Master Brown agrees to grant Jim his freedom if Jim can stump him with a riddle.

9780525674696 | Lodestar Books, October 1, 1995, cover price $14.99 | About this edition: Master Brown agrees to grant Jim his freedom if Jim can stump him with a riddle

Treemonisha

An adaptation of the opera by Scott Joplin follows the slick dealings of conjure man Zodzetrick, who preys upon the unsuspecting people of post-Civil War Arkansas until the educated young Treemonisha foils his scheme.

By Michael Bryant (illustrator), Scott Joplin and Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780805017489 | Henry Holt & Co, October 1, 1995, cover price $15.95 | About this edition: Treemonisha, the daughter of freed slaves in the post-Civil War South, gets an education and devotes herself to lifting her people out of poverty and ignorance

Here Comes the Snow

After waiting anxiously for the arrival of snow, children enjoy it by making snow angels, throwing snowballs, and riding their sleds

By Maxie Chambliss (illustrator) and Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780590262668 | Cartwheel Books, February 1, 1996, cover price $3.99 | About this edition: After waiting anxiously for the arrival of snow, children enjoy it by making snow angels, throwing snowballs, and riding their sleds

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9780606094078, titled "Here Comes the Snow!" | Demco Media, February 1, 1996, cover price $12.50 | About this edition: After waiting anxiously for the arrival of snow, children enjoy it by making snow angels, throwing snowballs, and riding their sleds

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9780785775348 | Turtleback Books, October 1, 1999, cover price $13.55 | About this edition: After waiting anxiously for the arrival of snow, children enjoy it by making snow angels, throwing snowballs, and riding their sleds

Haunts: Five Hair-Raising Tales

Offers a frightening collection of horror stories, including the tale of a dead man returning for one more dance with his wife, a mysterious man stealing a boy in the middle of the night, and a town that suffers the consequences for making a deal with a witch.

By Trina Schart Hyman (illustrator) and Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780823412808 | Holiday House, July 1, 1996, cover price $15.95 | About this edition: A collection of stories mainly set in Texas and based on tales of local ghosts.

Tailypo: A Newfangled Tall Tale

Kennie Ray and his dog Fang wake up to find a horrible monster climbing through their window and decide to fight it, sending it running, but the monster accidentally leaves its tail behind and comes back in an attempt to retrieve it at all costs.

By Sterling Brown (illustrator) and Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780823412495 | Holiday House, September 1, 1996, cover price $15.95 | About this edition: On a farm in the Texas Hill Country, a little boy confronts a strange critter that tries to steal his family's last meal

The Spray-Paint Mystery

When someone begins painting graffiti on walls throughout the town, Cameron Thompson, a detective's son, teams up with his best friend, Tarann, to figure out if a new kid, a school artist, or a scary guy is the culprit. Original. (view table of contents)

By Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780590484749 | Little Apple, December 1, 1996, cover price $3.99 | About this edition: When someone begins painting graffiti on walls throughout the town, Cameron Thompson, a detective's son, teams up with his best friend, Tarann, to figure out if a new kid, a school artist, or a scary guy is the culprit

What Did I Do to Deserve a Sister Like You?

Sharie, who considers herself a misfit compared to her pretty sister Sandra, wants to get out of her piano recital and ride a roller coaster.

By Angela Shelf Medearis

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Hardcover:

9781571684714 | Eakin Pr, December 1, 2001, cover price $13.95 | About this edition: Sharie, who considers herself a misfit compared to her pretty sister Sandra, wants to get out of her piano recital and ride a roller coaster.

Paperback:

9781571686428, titled "What Did I Do to Deserve a Sister Like You" | 1 edition (Eakin Pr, November 1, 2001), cover price $7.95 | About this edition: Sharie, who considers herself a misfit compared to her pretty sister Sandra, wants to get out of her piano recital and ride a roller coaster.

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9780689319358 | Simon & Schuster, January 1, 1997, cover price $14.00 | About this edition: Ten-year-old Sharie and her perfect older sister both take piano lessons, and though her talents lie elsewhere, Sharie cannot make her mother listen.

Dance

Explores the dance traditions of African Americans, and the expressive dances that the slaves brought from Africa

By Michael R. Madearis and Angela Shelf Medearis

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9780805044812 | Twenty First Century Books, March 1, 1997, cover price $28.90 | About this edition: Explores the dance traditions of African Americans, and the expressive dances that the slaves brought from Africa

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