Unbound: The Life and Art of Judith Scott

Joyce Scott and Brie Spangler ∙ Illustrated by Melissa Sweet

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Published on Jun 8, 2021 | 48 Pages

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Grades Preschool – 3
Ages 4–8

A moving and powerful introduction to the life and art of renowned artist, Judith Scott, as told by her twin sister, Joyce Scott and illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist, Melissa Sweet.

Judith Scott was born with Down syndrome. She was deaf, and never learned to speak. She was also a talented artist. Judith was institutionalized until her sister Joyce reunited with her and enrolled her in an art class. Judith went on to become an artist of renown with her work displayed in museums and galleries around the world.

Poignantly told by Joyce Scott in collaboration with Brie Spangler and Melissa Sweet and beautifully illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist, Melissa Sweet, Unbound is inspiring and warm, showing us that we can soar beyond our perceived limitations and accomplish something extraordinary.

"Told in an order that allows readers to appreciate Judy the way Joyce does, this book’s creators successfully render a personal story of love, nurture, and individual gifts.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

"A sweet yet troubling account of sisterhood and the power of art.” —Kirkus Reviews

ISBN 9780525648116 (Hardcover)
Published on Jun 8, 2021
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages 48
Dimensions 8 x 10
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: AD810L | Fountas/Pinnell: T

ISBN 9780525648130 (Ebook)
Published on Jun 8, 2021
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages 48
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: AD810L | Fountas/Pinnell: T

ISBN 9780593399217 (Audiobook Download)
Published on Jun 8, 2021
Published by Listening Library
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: AD810L | Fountas/Pinnell: T

Joyce Scott

Joyce Wallace Scott is an educator, RN, development specialist, and published poet. She serves on the advisory board of the Creative Growth Art Center in Oakland, California, and is currently involved in establishing the first program for artists with disabilities in Bali, dedicated to her sister’s memory. She lives in Dutch Flat, California, with her husband.

Brie Spangler

Author/illustrator of children’s picture books, graphic novels, and YA novels, Brie Spangler loves to draw and write stories, and drink massive amounts of caffeine. Writing down the ideas in her head was scary as a kid, so she turned to making pictures instead. Brie worked as an illustrator for several years before she began to write and immediately became a frothing addict. Her YA novel Beast was nominated for a Lambda Award and was named a Best Book of the Year by Publishers Weekly and Kirkus. A graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design, Brie now lives in the Bay Area with her family.

Melissa Sweet

Melissa Sweet is a celebrated author and illustrator. She has written and illustrated many award-winning children’s books, including Balloons Over Broadway and Some Writer! The Story of E. B. White, and is a three-time recipient of the New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Book, as well as a two-time Caldecott Honoree. She is an avid birder and Maine Master Naturalist, and lives in Portland, Maine.

Please visit her at MelissaSweet.net.