Jazz
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8, Year 9
No. of pages 48
Published: 2008
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"Jazz" by Walter Dean Myers is a vibrant exploration of the rich history and cultural significance of jazz music. The story takes readers on a journey through the lives of jazz legends and the evolution of the genre, capturing its emotional depth and impact. Through lyrical prose and evocative illustrations, Myers conveys the passion, struggle, and spirit of the musicians who shaped jazz. The book weaves together historical context with personal stories, celebrating the art form as a powerful expression of identity, creativity, and resilience in the face of adversity. [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-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 2008 by Holiday House Inc .
Walter Dean Myers is an award-winning writer of fiction, non-fiction and poetry for young people. His many titles include the Newbery Honor Books Scorpions and Somewhere in the Darkness, and the Caldecott Honor Book Harlem in collaboration with his son Christopher, who also worked with him on Monster. Walter Dean Myers grew up in Harlem and now lives in Jersey City, New Jersey, with his family. Christopher Myers is an award-winning author and illustrator of children's books. He won a Caldecott Honor for his illustrations in Harlem , and has received three Coretta Scott King Illustrator Awards. Myers has illustrated many books written by his father, award-winning author Walter Dean Myers. He lives in Brooklyn, New York.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books - Teens
This book was recognised in the Teens category of the Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books.
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens - Ages 10-14 Years
This book was recognised in the Ages 10-14 Years category by the Capitol Choices Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens.
Golden Kite - Picture Book Text
This book was recognised in the Picture Book Text category by the Golden Kite.
Cybils Award - Poetry
This book was recognised in the Poetry category by the Cybils Award. The Cybils Awards is a group of readers passionate about seeking out and recognizing books that represent diversity, inclusion, and appropriate representation for children and teens. To accomplish that goal, the Cybils Awards works to recognize books written for children and young adults that combine both the highest literary merit and popular appeal.
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.