Author: Lynn Joseph
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062970348
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Américas Award Winner “An achingly beautiful story.”—Kirkus (starred review) “Eloquent.”—Booklist (starred review) “Lovely and lyrical.”—School Library Journal This powerful and resonant Américas Award-winning novel tells the story of a young girl’s struggle to find her place in the world and to become a writer in a country where words are feared. Seamlessly interweaving both poetry and prose, Lynn Joseph’s acclaimed debut is a lush and lyrical journey into a landscape and culture of the Dominican Republic. The Color of My Words explores the pain and poetry of discovering what it means to be part of a family, what it takes to find your voice and the means for it to be heard, and how it feels to write it all down.
The Color of My Words
Author: Lynn Joseph
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062970348
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Américas Award Winner “An achingly beautiful story.”—Kirkus (starred review) “Eloquent.”—Booklist (starred review) “Lovely and lyrical.”—School Library Journal This powerful and resonant Américas Award-winning novel tells the story of a young girl’s struggle to find her place in the world and to become a writer in a country where words are feared. Seamlessly interweaving both poetry and prose, Lynn Joseph’s acclaimed debut is a lush and lyrical journey into a landscape and culture of the Dominican Republic. The Color of My Words explores the pain and poetry of discovering what it means to be part of a family, what it takes to find your voice and the means for it to be heard, and how it feels to write it all down.
Publisher: HarperCollins
ISBN: 0062970348
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 148
Book Description
Américas Award Winner “An achingly beautiful story.”—Kirkus (starred review) “Eloquent.”—Booklist (starred review) “Lovely and lyrical.”—School Library Journal This powerful and resonant Américas Award-winning novel tells the story of a young girl’s struggle to find her place in the world and to become a writer in a country where words are feared. Seamlessly interweaving both poetry and prose, Lynn Joseph’s acclaimed debut is a lush and lyrical journey into a landscape and culture of the Dominican Republic. The Color of My Words explores the pain and poetry of discovering what it means to be part of a family, what it takes to find your voice and the means for it to be heard, and how it feels to write it all down.
The Color of My Words
Author: Lynn Joseph
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
A poet debuts this novel about what it means to find a place in the world. When life gets difficult for Ana Rosa, a 12-year-old would-be writer living in a small village in the Dominican Republic, she can depend on her older brother to make her feel better--until the life-changing events on her 13th birthday.
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 152
Book Description
A poet debuts this novel about what it means to find a place in the world. When life gets difficult for Ana Rosa, a 12-year-old would-be writer living in a small village in the Dominican Republic, she can depend on her older brother to make her feel better--until the life-changing events on her 13th birthday.
Color the Words of Jesus
Author: Inspired To Grace
Publisher: Inspired To Grace
ISBN: 9781640011151
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
2018 GIFT IDEAS COLORING BOOKS FOR GROWN-UPS CHRISTIAN Color the Words of Jesus is a beautifully curated collection of bible verses for Christians centered on the words of Jesus. This Christian coloring book for everyone lets you enjoy the relaxing act of coloring while also deepening your relationship with the Lord. This book is perfect for Christians of all ages and makes a wonderful gift for special Christians in your life. Each single-sided page features a scripture verse in beautiful calligraphy & lettering for meditation and inspiring designs for coloring. The back of each page is black to minimize any potential bleed-through. The back pages also feature calming patterns and the full length bible verses for each coloring page. Celebrate your Christianity by grabbing your colored pencils and spending some time with the Lord! Product Details: Premium matte-finish cover design Printed single-sided on bright white paper Perfect for all coloring mediums High quality 60# (90gsm) paper stock Large format 8.5"x11.0" (22x28cm) pages
Publisher: Inspired To Grace
ISBN: 9781640011151
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 100
Book Description
2018 GIFT IDEAS COLORING BOOKS FOR GROWN-UPS CHRISTIAN Color the Words of Jesus is a beautifully curated collection of bible verses for Christians centered on the words of Jesus. This Christian coloring book for everyone lets you enjoy the relaxing act of coloring while also deepening your relationship with the Lord. This book is perfect for Christians of all ages and makes a wonderful gift for special Christians in your life. Each single-sided page features a scripture verse in beautiful calligraphy & lettering for meditation and inspiring designs for coloring. The back of each page is black to minimize any potential bleed-through. The back pages also feature calming patterns and the full length bible verses for each coloring page. Celebrate your Christianity by grabbing your colored pencils and spending some time with the Lord! Product Details: Premium matte-finish cover design Printed single-sided on bright white paper Perfect for all coloring mediums High quality 60# (90gsm) paper stock Large format 8.5"x11.0" (22x28cm) pages
Words in Color
Author: Caleb Gattegno
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : English language
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Color the Words of Jesus
Author:
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736969470
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Words That Inspire Beauty The words of Jesus soothe the soul like no others. Let His wisdom wash over you as you fill these beautiful pages with color, using your crayons, colored pencils, watercolors, or markers. Delight in Him as you reflect on 37 beloved Scripture verses like these: I am the way and the truth and the life (John 14:6). Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God (Matthew 5:8). I am the vine; you are the branches (John 15:5). Coloring is a relaxing way to spend a quiet afternoon, unwind after a long day, or simply take a short time-out from the busyness of life. Share your pages on social media using the hashtag #colorthebible. We'd love to see what you create!
Publisher: Harvest House Publishers
ISBN: 0736969470
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Words That Inspire Beauty The words of Jesus soothe the soul like no others. Let His wisdom wash over you as you fill these beautiful pages with color, using your crayons, colored pencils, watercolors, or markers. Delight in Him as you reflect on 37 beloved Scripture verses like these: I am the way and the truth and the life (John 14:6). Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God (Matthew 5:8). I am the vine; you are the branches (John 15:5). Coloring is a relaxing way to spend a quiet afternoon, unwind after a long day, or simply take a short time-out from the busyness of life. Share your pages on social media using the hashtag #colorthebible. We'd love to see what you create!
The Color of Words
Author: Philip Herbst
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Booknews. The 851 terms defined include slurs used to disparage nearly every ethnic group in U.S. society, ethnic euphemisms and code words, and vogue or disputed terms heard in ongoing multicultural debates. In addition to providing known etymology and usage, entries explore how meaning varies by social context or circumstance, and how it has changed over time. Many include brief quotations from recent writings. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Booknews. The 851 terms defined include slurs used to disparage nearly every ethnic group in U.S. society, ethnic euphemisms and code words, and vogue or disputed terms heard in ongoing multicultural debates. In addition to providing known etymology and usage, entries explore how meaning varies by social context or circumstance, and how it has changed over time. Many include brief quotations from recent writings. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
Black Is a Rainbow Color
Author: Angela Joy
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
ISBN: 1250771080
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
A child reflects on the meaning of being Black in this moving and powerful anthem about a people, a culture, a history, and a legacy that lives on. Red is a rainbow color. Green sits next to blue. Yellow, orange, violet, indigo, They are rainbow colors, too, but My color is black . . . And there’s no BLACK in rainbows. From the wheels of a bicycle to the robe on Thurgood Marshall's back, Black surrounds our lives. It is a color to simply describe some of our favorite things, but it also evokes a deeper sentiment about the incredible people who helped change the world and a community that continues to grow and thrive. Stunningly illustrated by Caldecott Honoree and Coretta Scott King Award winner Ekua Holmes, Black Is a Rainbow Color is a sweeping celebration told through debut author Angela Joy’s rhythmically captivating and unforgettable words. An ALSC Notable Children's Book 2021 An NCTE 2021 Notable Poetry Book A 2021 Notable Social Studies Trade Book of the NCSS/CBC A New York Public Library Best Book of 2020 A Washington Post Best Book of 2020 A Horn Book Fanfare Best Book of the Year A 2020 Jane Addams Children's Book Award Honoree
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
ISBN: 1250771080
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
A child reflects on the meaning of being Black in this moving and powerful anthem about a people, a culture, a history, and a legacy that lives on. Red is a rainbow color. Green sits next to blue. Yellow, orange, violet, indigo, They are rainbow colors, too, but My color is black . . . And there’s no BLACK in rainbows. From the wheels of a bicycle to the robe on Thurgood Marshall's back, Black surrounds our lives. It is a color to simply describe some of our favorite things, but it also evokes a deeper sentiment about the incredible people who helped change the world and a community that continues to grow and thrive. Stunningly illustrated by Caldecott Honoree and Coretta Scott King Award winner Ekua Holmes, Black Is a Rainbow Color is a sweeping celebration told through debut author Angela Joy’s rhythmically captivating and unforgettable words. An ALSC Notable Children's Book 2021 An NCTE 2021 Notable Poetry Book A 2021 Notable Social Studies Trade Book of the NCSS/CBC A New York Public Library Best Book of 2020 A Washington Post Best Book of 2020 A Horn Book Fanfare Best Book of the Year A 2020 Jane Addams Children's Book Award Honoree
Honeysmoke
Author: Monique Fields
Publisher: Imprint
ISBN: 1250115825
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
A young biracial girl looks around her world for her color. She finally chooses her own, and creates a new word for herself—honeysmoke. Simone wants a color. She asks Mama, “Am I black or white?” “Boo,” Mama says, just like mamas do, “a color is just a word.” She asks Daddy, “Am I black or white?” “Well,” Daddy says, just like daddies do, “you’re a little bit of both.” For multiracial children, and all children everywhere, this picture book offers a universal message that empowers young people to create their own self-identity. Simone knows her color—she is honeysmoke. An Imprint Book "This will appeal to so many biracial kids looking for a way to embrace every part of themselves." —NBCNews.com "A terrific addition to the WeNeedDiverseBooks canon, where it joins such books as Selina Alko's I’m Your Peanut Butter Big Brother and Taye Diggs' Mixed Me!." —Booklist
Publisher: Imprint
ISBN: 1250115825
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
A young biracial girl looks around her world for her color. She finally chooses her own, and creates a new word for herself—honeysmoke. Simone wants a color. She asks Mama, “Am I black or white?” “Boo,” Mama says, just like mamas do, “a color is just a word.” She asks Daddy, “Am I black or white?” “Well,” Daddy says, just like daddies do, “you’re a little bit of both.” For multiracial children, and all children everywhere, this picture book offers a universal message that empowers young people to create their own self-identity. Simone knows her color—she is honeysmoke. An Imprint Book "This will appeal to so many biracial kids looking for a way to embrace every part of themselves." —NBCNews.com "A terrific addition to the WeNeedDiverseBooks canon, where it joins such books as Selina Alko's I’m Your Peanut Butter Big Brother and Taye Diggs' Mixed Me!." —Booklist
Through the Language Glass
Author: Guy Deutscher
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780434016907
Category : Comparative linguistics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Generalisations about language and culture are at best amusing and meaningless, but is there anything sensible left to be said about the relation between language, culture and thought? *Does language reflect the culture of a society? *I
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780434016907
Category : Comparative linguistics
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Generalisations about language and culture are at best amusing and meaningless, but is there anything sensible left to be said about the relation between language, culture and thought? *Does language reflect the culture of a society? *I
Spanish Picture Dictionary Coloring Book
Author: Lingo Mastery
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781951949433
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Spanish Picture Dictionary Pictures, Coloring, Quizzes, Spelling and more... You know you've never learned Spanish like this before! Learning a new language is a new way of meeting new people, opening doors in your professional career and attracting fresh opportunities when traveling around the world, as you may know. Spoken by over 500 million across every continent (even in Antarctica!), Spanish is the second-most spoken native language on the planet, so learning it will blow up your social and business circles! Yet, sometimes learning a new language can be complicated and even, well, boring... well, we're about to change that! We have created a whole new method and concept behind learning Spanish. A method based on fun. Say hello to the Spanish Picture Dictionary Coloring Book, the book that will change Spanish learning forever. In this amazing book, you will find: Over 50 different, detailed and beautiful full-size illustrations for you to learn while coloring them! Each of these 50 illustrations contains up to 20 items, by the way - that's almost 1,000 images for you to color! Ever wanted to know what a badger is called in Spanish? Maybe you need to know the word for 'weightlifting' or 'mistletoe'... No worries! This book has dozens of different categories to help you build your vocabulary. Challenging quizzes found every few sections will allow you to develop your Spanish skills even further; if you don't know the answers, we've provided an Answer Key at the end! Just to get started, we've added an in-depth basic Spanish guide at the beginning, including pronunciation, spelling, word order and vocabulary, among other crucial tools. This book will transform Spanish learning for good - no more complex textbooks, it's time to learn while having fun! The new way of learning Spanish is here. Get Spanish Picture Dictionary Coloring Book now!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781951949433
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
Spanish Picture Dictionary Pictures, Coloring, Quizzes, Spelling and more... You know you've never learned Spanish like this before! Learning a new language is a new way of meeting new people, opening doors in your professional career and attracting fresh opportunities when traveling around the world, as you may know. Spoken by over 500 million across every continent (even in Antarctica!), Spanish is the second-most spoken native language on the planet, so learning it will blow up your social and business circles! Yet, sometimes learning a new language can be complicated and even, well, boring... well, we're about to change that! We have created a whole new method and concept behind learning Spanish. A method based on fun. Say hello to the Spanish Picture Dictionary Coloring Book, the book that will change Spanish learning forever. In this amazing book, you will find: Over 50 different, detailed and beautiful full-size illustrations for you to learn while coloring them! Each of these 50 illustrations contains up to 20 items, by the way - that's almost 1,000 images for you to color! Ever wanted to know what a badger is called in Spanish? Maybe you need to know the word for 'weightlifting' or 'mistletoe'... No worries! This book has dozens of different categories to help you build your vocabulary. Challenging quizzes found every few sections will allow you to develop your Spanish skills even further; if you don't know the answers, we've provided an Answer Key at the end! Just to get started, we've added an in-depth basic Spanish guide at the beginning, including pronunciation, spelling, word order and vocabulary, among other crucial tools. This book will transform Spanish learning for good - no more complex textbooks, it's time to learn while having fun! The new way of learning Spanish is here. Get Spanish Picture Dictionary Coloring Book now!