Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7
No. of pages 32
Published: 2021
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"Unspeakable: The Tulsa Race Massacre" by Floyd Cooper is a powerful children's book that illuminates the tragic events of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre through the eyes of a young boy. The story captures the vibrant community of Greenwood—often referred to as "Black Wall Street"—before the devastating attack that destroyed lives and dreams. With poignant illustrations and a sensitive narrative, Cooper conveys themes of resilience, hope, and the importance of remembering history. The book honors the legacy of those affected and encourages young readers to reflect on the significance of their shared past. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-6th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Lerner Publishing Group .
Carole Boston Weatherford is an award-winning poet and author of over two dozen books for young readers. She lives in High Point, North Carolina. Floyd Cooper has illustrated more than sixty books for children and young adults including Miss Crandall's School for Young Ladies & Little Mises of Color by Elizabeth Alexander and Marilyn Nelson and Tough Boy Sonatas by Curtis L. Crisler. He lives in Easton, Pennsylvania. Carole Boston Weatherford is an avid baseball fan and an award-winning poet. She has written more than a dozen books for children. She lives in High Point, North Carolina, with her husband, Ronald; their two children; and a lazy beagle.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Robert F Sibert Informational Book Award
This book was recognised by the Robert F Sibert Informational Book Award.
Kirkus Award
This book was recognised by the Kirkus Award.
National Book Award
This book was recognised by the National Book Award.
Horn Book Award - Nonfiction
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction category by the Horn Book Award. Presented annually since 1967 by the Boston Globe and Horn Book Magazine for excellence in childrens and young adult literature. This honour is granted in the three categories of Fiction and Poetry, Non-fiction, and Picture Book. Presented annually since 1967 by the Boston Globe and Horn Book Magazine for excellence in childrens and young adult literature. This honour is granted in the three categories of Fiction and Poetry, Non-fiction, and Picture Book.
Coretta Scott King Award - Author
This book was recognised in the Author 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.
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.