Tuesday, February 13, 2018

In the Land of Milk and Honey

Written by: Joyce Carol Thomas and Floyd Cooper

First line: The waiting train huffs "Hurry, hurry, hurry!"

Why you should read this book: In free form poetry and gorgeous illustration, a young girl narrates her experience traveling by train from Oklahoma to California in 1948. Based on the author's real-life experience, the story depicts an optimistic child who comes to San Francisco and finds it good. Great for reading aloud and for instigating discussions about change with young readers.

Why you shouldn't read this book: You don't like to go to new places and experience new things.


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