My Rows and Piles of Coins
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
No. of pages 32
Published: 2020
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"My Rows and Piles of Coins" is a touching story that follows a young boy in Tanzania who dreams of buying a bicycle to help him get to school more easily. He saves his money, collecting coins from his daily work and small tasks, envisioning the freedom and joy a bicycle will bring. As he counts his savings, he learns important lessons about patience, perseverance, and the value of hard work. The vibrant illustrations enhance the narrative, capturing the essence of his journey and the cultural landscape. Ultimately, the story emphasizes the significance of dreams and the determination to achieve them. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
There are 32 pages in this book.
This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).
This book was published in 2020 by Houghton Mifflin .
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.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Black-Eyed Susan Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Black-Eyed Susan Award.
Young Hoosier Book Award - Grades K-3
This book was recognised in the Grades K-3 category by the Young Hoosier Book 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.