Description:
A collection of original poems that celebrate some of the amazingly diverse places in our nation. Readers of all ages will want to visit each amazing place again and again!
Brief description:
Christy Haleis the author and illustrator of several acclaimed children's books, including four published by Lee & Low, and she has illustrated numerous other award-winning picture books as well. Hale also works in the children's book field as an art director, a designer, and an educator, offering programs at schools, libraries, and museums. She lives with her husband in Palo Alto, California. You can learn more about her at christyhale.com.
Review Quotes:
* "Amazing, indeed: American readers will come away both proud of what the country has to offer and eager to visit the sites in person." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "[A] broadly appealing testament to the American landscape and people." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review
"An excellent addition for any library in search of anew poetry collection or an entry point into the study of American history or culture." -- School Library Journal
"An impressively diverse, polished, and inspiring collection." -- The Horn Book
Best Books - Kirkus Reviews
Best Children's Books of the Year - Bank Street College of Education
Junior Library Guild Selection
Notable Poetry and Verse Novels - National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)