Top-rated books by Maira Kalman
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Award winning
A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation
Barry Wittenstein, Jerry Pinkney, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Insightful exploration of historical civil rights moments.
Highlights perseverance and eloquence of Martin Luther King Jr.
Encourages discussions on justice and equality.
Inspirational read with powerful educational value.
A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation
Barry Wittenstein, Jerry Pinkney, 2018
Award winning
Heroes of Black History (America Handbooks, a Time for Kids)
Editors Of Time For Kids, TIME for Kids, 2017
192 pages
Why to read
Highlighting impactful figures in African American history.
Engaging storytelling with vivid illustrations.
Encourages respect for diversity and cultural awareness.
Ideal for shared reading and educational enhancement.
Heroes of Black History (America Handbooks, a Time for Kids)
Editors Of Time For Kids, TIME for Kids, 2017
Award winning
Walt Whitman: Words for America
Brian Selznick, Barbara Kerley, 2004
56 pages
Why to read
Introduces Walt Whitman’s historical significance creatively.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, poetic language.
Inspires appreciation for American history and culture.
Stimulating illustrations complement engaging narrative.
Walt Whitman: Words for America
Brian Selznick, Barbara Kerley, 2004
Award winning
See Inside Ancient Egypt - Usborne Flap Books
Rob Lloyd Jones, Hancock, 2007
16 pages
Why to read
Interactive flaps reveal secrets of Ancient Egypt.
Boosts historical awareness and curiosity in children.
Engages young readers with vivid illustrations.
Encourages learning through playful discovery.
See Inside Ancient Egypt - Usborne Flap Books
Rob Lloyd Jones, Hancock, 2007
Award winning
Smart About Chocolate: A Sweet History (Smart About History)
Sandra Markle, Charise Mericle Harper, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Explores chocolate history in an engaging, child-friendly manner.
Illustrations enhance learning and captivate young readers.
Encourages historical curiosity and knowledge retention.
Ideal for shared reading, enriching family discussions.
Smart About Chocolate: A Sweet History (Smart About History)
Sandra Markle, Charise Mericle Harper, 2004
Award winning
Child of the Civil Rights Movement
Paula Young Shelton, Raúl Colón, 2009
48 pages
Why to read
Illustrates key events in the Civil Rights Movement.
Inspires empathy and understanding through historical perspective.
Enhances awareness of social justice and equality.
Encourages family discussions on important societal issues.
Child of the Civil Rights Movement
Paula Young Shelton, Raúl Colón, 2009
Award winning
Young Gifted and Black: Meet 52 Black Heroes from Past and Present
Jamia Wilson, Andrea Pippins, 2018
64 pages
Why to read
Celebrates achievements of 52 inspiring Black leaders.
Empowers children with diverse role models and stories.
Enhances knowledge on historical and contemporary figures.
Boosts identity development and cultural awareness.
Young Gifted and Black: Meet 52 Black Heroes from Past and Present
Jamia Wilson, Andrea Pippins, 2018
Award winning
Little People, Big Dreams: Maya Angelou
Mª Isabel Sánchez Vegara, Lisbeth Kaiser, Svetlana Dorosheva, 2019
32 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Maya Angelou's remarkable life story.
Empowers children to pursue dreams despite obstacles.
Illustrations enhance engagement and understanding.
Supports discussions on resilience and creativity.
