Pam Munoz Ryan and Brian Selznick - When Marian Sang: The True Recital Of Marian Anderson, The Voice Of A Century

Pros: Entertaining and educational; this beautifully illustrated picture book will appeal to ages 6 and up.

Cons: None!

The Bottom Line: For pure enjoyment, studying Black History Month, music appreciation, or an historical lesson about pre-Civil Rights America--this is worth reading and sharing with a child you love.

Review: Beginning in 1926, Americans began to officially recognize the important contributions of African Americans in our culture--first during what was called “Negro History Week” and later, as what we celebrate now each February, “Black History...

Pros: Stunning artwork, informative and entertaining text, a remarkable life...

Cons: None.

The Bottom Line: When Marian Sang...the World Listened.

Review: Last year I read an interesting, if historically questionable, book by Pam Munoz and Brian Selznick, "Amelia and Eleanor Go for a Ride." It was a fun look at two intriguing women in American history, and I recommend checking it out if you've never read ...