God Bless the Child
No. of pages 32
Published: 2003
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"God Bless the Child" by Jerry Pinkney tells the poignant story of a young girl who learns to navigate her family's challenges while holding onto her dreams. Set against a backdrop of love and resilience, the narrative highlights her bond with her mother and the lessons she inherits from her. Through vivid illustrations and lyrical text, the book explores themes of hope, perseverance, and the importance of community. As the girl grows, she understands that despite life's hardships, the love of family and the spirit of togetherness can help one rise above adversity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2003 by Amistad Press .
Jerry Pinkney has been illustrating children's books since 1964 and has the rare distinction of being the recipient of: Five Caldecott Honor Medals
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Parents' Choice Award
This book was recognised by the Parents' Choice Award.
Coretta Scott King Award - Illustrator
This book was recognised in the Illustrator category by the Coretta Scott King Award. Presented annually since 1970 by the American Library Association to books by African-America authors and illustrators, this award recognizes excellence in promoting a deeper understanding of the African-American Experience.