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Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave
by Laban Hill & Bryan Collier
In Dave the Potter, stunning illustrations and evocative, lyrical free verse poetry tells the inspiring story of a 19th century slave named Dave who had tremendous talent and skill in pottery. In addition to telling Dave's personal story, readers watch as Dave does step involved in making a piece of pottery.
School Library Journal called the book "outstanding in every way." We agree but it's not the story that drew us in; it's Collier's illustrations!
This book has won numerous prestigious children's book awards, including:
* Caldecott
2011 Honor Book
* Coretta
Scott King Best Illustrator Award 2011
* Nat'l Council for Teachers of English Outstanding Nonfiction Award
This book's FULL of great curriculum ties, such as:
art:
shows the many different steps in the process of making pottery
language
arts: this story is written in free verse...plus there's Dave's poetry
character
education:
this story touches on ambition and overcoming obstacles
American history: Dave's story shows the strength and resolve that slaves had to possess
(although life as a slave is not central to the book)
Reading Level
Interest Level:
K-Gr 4
Grade Equivalent: 9.4
Lexile Level: 1100L
Below are sample spreads. Collier's
illustrations mix watercolor and collage and the result is
brilliant. You'll find yourself staring at each page and watching new
elements pop out. The collage elements often have a pattern
that add depth and meaning to the overall illustration.
Where to now?
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