Drylongso
No. of pages 54
Published: 1997
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"Drylongso" by Jerry Pinkney tells the story of a young African American girl living in the urban environment of the 1970s. The narrative follows her journey as she navigates the complexities of her identity and the world around her. The term "drylongso" describes a state of being in the moment without pretensions—an essence that resonates throughout the book. Through vibrant illustrations and poetic language, Pinkney captures the struggles, joys, and cultural richness of her community, emphasizing themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the beauty of everyday life. This enchanting story celebrates the strength and spirit of youth. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book has been graded for interest at 7-9 years.
There are 54 pages in this book. This book was published in 1997 by Perfection Learning .
Jerry Pinkney has been illustrating children's books since 1964 and has the rare distinction of being the recipient of: Five Caldecott Honor Medals Virginia Hamilton's many awards include the Newbery Medal and National Book Award for M. C. Higgins the Great ; the Coretta Scott King Medal for The People Could Fly ; and the Hans Christian Andersen Award for the body of her work.