On My Block: Stories and Paintings by Fifteen Artists
No. of pages 32
Published: 2013
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"On My Block: Stories and Paintings by Fifteen Artists" features a collection of vibrant narratives and illustrations that explore the diverse experiences of artists living in various communities. Each artist shares personal stories that reflect their cultural identities, struggles, and triumphs through a unique lens. The interplay of words and images creates an immersive experience, capturing the essence of life in urban spaces. This anthology not only showcases the talents of these fifteen artists but also highlights the importance of community, resilience, and creativity in shaping personal and collective identities. It's a celebration of art and storytelling that resonates across boundaries. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 7-11 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2013 by Children's Book Press (CA) .
Julius Lester has written more than 30 books for children. Among the awards his books have received are the Newbery Honor, Boston-Globe Horn Book, Coretta Scott King, National Book Award finalist, ALA Notable Book, National Jewish Book Award finalist, and New York Times Outstanding Book Award. He lives in Belchertown, Massachusetts. Carl Angel is an artist, illustrator and graphic designer whose work has been exhibited in galleries throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and Hawaii. He has illustrated several children's books, most recently Sky High. He lives in Burbank, California.