"The Negro Speaks of Rivers" is a powerful poetic reflection inspired by Langston Hughes' poem of the same name. This illustrated interpretation by E. B. Lewis explores the deep connection between rivers and the African American experience. The story takes readers on a journey through time, linking the rivers of the world to the history, culture, and resilience of Black people. Through evocative imagery and lyrical prose, it highlights themes of strength, heritage, and the enduring bond between nature and humanity. The artwork complements the narrative, creating a poignant tribute to ancestry and the flow of life across generations. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children in preschool-kindergarten.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers .

Dianna Hutts Aston is the author of several picture books. She lives in Texas with her husband and two children. E. B. Lewis has illustrated more than 30 books and is a former winner of the Coretta Scott King Medal. He lives in New Jersey, USA. Langston Hughes (1902-1967) was one of the most versatile writers of the artistic movement known as the Harlem Renaissance. Though known primarily as a poet, he also wrote plays essays, novels, short stories, and books and poems for children.