by Monica Edinger (Author), Robert Byrd (Illustrator)
"A remarkable story of resilience, faith, and hope." -- School Library Journal (starred review)
Inspired by a true account, here is the compelling story of a child who arrives in America on the slave ship Amistad--and eventually makes her way home to Africa. Narrated in a remarkable first-person voice, this fictionalized book of memories of a real-life figure retells history through the eyes of a child. Lush, full-color illustrations by Robert Byrd, plus archival photographs and documents, bring an extraordinary journey to life.Author Biography
Monica Edinger is an educator and reviews children's books for the New York Times, The Horn Book, and other publications. She began her teaching career as a Peace Corps volunteer in Sierra Leone. Monica Edinger lives and works in New York City.
Robert Byrd is the illustrator of the Newbery Medal-winning Good Masters! Sweet Ladies! by Laura Amy Schlitz as well as numerous other award-winning books. He lives in Haddonfield, New Jersey.
Number of Pages: 64
Dimensions: 0.3 x 8.9 x 7.4 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: February 24, 2015
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Africa Is My Home: A Child of the Amistad
Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8
Reading Level: 5.3
Point Value: 1