Follow the Drinking Gourd
Ebook
Published on Jun 25, 2014 | 48 Pages
AmazonApple BooksBarnes & NobleBooks A MillionGoogle PlayKobo
Paperback
Published on Jan 15, 1992 | 48 Pages
AmazonBarnes & NobleBooks A MillionBookshop.orgTargetWalmart
Grades 1–4
Ages 6–9
Illus. in full color. "Winter’s story begins with a peg-leg sailor who aids slaves on their escape on the Underground Railroad. While working for plantation owners, Peg Leg Joe teaches the slaves a song about the drinking gourd (the Big Dipper). A couple, their son, and two others make their escape by following the song’s directions. Rich paintings interpret the strong story in a clean, primitive style enhanced by bold colors. The rhythmic compositions have an energetic presence that’s compelling. A fine rendering of history in picturebook format."—(starred) Booklist.
“A fine rendering of history in picture book format.”–Booklist, Starred
“An extraordinary and inspiring tribute to a unique part of African-American
history.”–Boston Globe
“The artist’s hauntingly muted pictures propel the story forward and make
it memorable.”–Washington Post Book World
ISBN 9780307982780 (Ebook)
Published on Jun 25, 2014
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages 48
Age Range 6-9 years
Grade Grades 1-4
Reading Level Lexile: AD630L | Fountas/Pinnell: Q
ISBN 9780679819974 (Paperback)
Published on Jan 15, 1992
Published by Dragonfly Books
Pages 48
Dimensions 10-13/16 x 10
Age Range 3-7 years
Grade Preschool - 2
Reading Level Lexile: AD630L | Fountas/Pinnell: Q
