by Jason Reynolds (Author), Jerome Pumphrey (Illustrator), Jarrett Pumphrey (Illustrator) A Caldecott Honor Book A Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Book New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Jason Reynolds's debut picture book is a snappy, joyous ode to Word King, literary genius, and glass-ceiling smasher Langston Hughes and the luminaries he inspired. Back in the day, there was a heckuva party, a jam, for a word-making man. The King of Letters. Langston Hughes. His ABCs became drums, bumping jumping thumping like a heart the size of the whole country. They sent some people yelling and others, his word-children, to write their own glory. Maya Angelou, Amiri Baraka, and more came be-bopping to recite poems at their hero's feet at that heckuva party at the Schomberg Library, dancing boom da boom, stepping and stomping, all in praise and love for Langston, world-mending word man. Oh, yeah, there was hoopla in Harlem, for its Renaissance man. A party for Langston. Author Biography Jason Reynolds is a #1 New York Times bestselling author, a Newbery Award Honoree, a Printz Award Honoree, a two-time National Book Award finalist, a Kirkus Award winner, a UK Carnegie Medal winner, a two-time Walter Dean Myers Award winner, an NAACP Image Award Winner, an Odyssey Award Winner and two-time honoree, the recipient of multiple Coretta Scott King honors, and the Margaret A. Edwards Award. He was also the 2020-2022 National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. His many books include All American Boys (cowritten with Brendan Kiely); When I Was the Greatest; The Boy in the Black Suit; Stamped; As Brave as You; For Every One; the Track series (Ghost, Patina, Sunny, and Lu); Look Both Ways; Stuntboy, in the Meantime; Ain't Burned All the Bright (recipient of the Caldecott Honor) and My Name Is Jason. Mine Too. (both cowritten with Jason Griffin); and Long Way Down, which received a Newbery Honor, a Printz Honor, and a Coretta Scott King Honor. His debut picture book, There Was a Party for Langston, won a Caldecott Honor and a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor. He lives in Washington, DC. You can find his ramblings at JasonWritesBooks.com. Jerome Pumphrey is a designer, illustrator, and writer. His work includes It's a Sign!, Somewhere in the Bayou, The Old Boat, and The Old Truck, which received seven starred reviews, was named a Best Book of the Year by Publishers Weekly, and received the Ezra Jack Keats Writer Award Honor--all of which he created with his brother Jarrett. They also illustrated Jason Reynolds's There Was a Party for Langston, which received a Caldecott Honor and a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor. Jerome works as a graphic designer at The Walt Disney Company. He lives in Texas. Jarrett Pumphrey is an award-winning author-illustrator who makes books for kids with his brother, Jerome. Their books include It's a Sign!, Somewhere in the Bayou, The Old Boat, and The Old Truck, which received seven starred reviews, was named a Best Book of the Year by Publishers Weekly, and received the Ezra Jack Keats Writer Award Honor. They also illustrated Jason Reynolds's There Was a Party for Langston, which received a Caldecott Honor and a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor. Jarrett lives near Austin, Texas. Number of Pages: 56 Dimensions: 0.6 x 11.6 x 9.8 IN Award: Caldecott Medal (2024) Award: Coretta Scott King Award (2024)
Hilton Als writes on Langston Hughes and the poet’s reluctance to reveal himself.
Langston Hughes, American writer who was an important figure in the Harlem Renaissance and who vividly depicted the African American experience through his writings, which ranged from poetry and plays to novels and newspaper columns. Learn more about Hughes’s life and work.
Remembering Langston Hughes: His Art, Life, and Legacy Fifty Years Later is a local and national forum on Langston Hughes. Since his death in May 1967, his art, particularly his […]
This rare photo from 1933 shows a very dapper Langston Hughes posing glamorously. Consuelo Kanaga captured the Harlem Renaissance artist in this closeup which looks almost like a fashion editorial. Most portraits of Hughes are at a distance and were often more formal in his early years. There is definitely something about black and white film that captures a certain mood and this photo is a prime example. With that said, It was time to rework the blog into a cleaner format as is fashionable with the times. Black and white graphics are quite in style now for web design but we did leave a bit of color and imagery to keep things a little unique.
I just stumbled upon this charming book the other day entitled, The First Book of Jazz, by Langston Hughes. Written in 1955, the book has really beautiful illustrations by Cliff Roberts. His black an…
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The writer made his mark in this artistic movement by breaking boundaries with his poetry and the renaissance's lasting legacy.
Delve into themes of empathy and personal change with our comprehensive and engaging lesson plan for Langston Hughes hartwarming short story, Thank You Ma'am. What's included: - Common Core Standards - Teaching Guide - Pre-reading Activities - Glossary - Literary Circles Guide - Literary Circles Questions - Analysis Questions - Extension Activities - Sample Answers
What happens to a dream deferred? ― Langston Hughes, The Collected Poems SIZE: Dimensions of the encyclopedia page: 17.5 cm x 26.4 cm (6 7/8'' x 10 3/8'' approx.) Frame and matting/mount board not included! PAGE: Printed on a beautifully yellowed vintage page from the 'Chambers's Encyclopedia, Volume I' originally published in 1925. The actual print you will receive will be on a different page than the one shown in the listing. No two prints will ever be the same, each is a one of a kind, as they will be printed on a different page from the same encyclopedia volume. Please note that the pages are upcycled from an old volume, so it will display some imperfections such as yellowing, foxing and all the beautiful signs of age on paper this old. SHIPPING: Shipping worldwide. The page will be carefully packed on a clear plastic sleeve and sent to you protected on a card backed envelope ready to mount on your favorite frame! Frame and matting/mount board not included! And, of course, the watermark will not be printed. Custom quotes are of course welcomed, just send me a message and I will try my very best to create it for you! :) :) Have a look at other prints and cards for book lovers here: http://www.cartabancards.etsy.com Thanks!!
Our Langston Colorful Map Ceramic Luxury Candle captures the essence of Langston Hughes, a literary giant, through a vibrant blend of fragrances inspired by his life and the electrifying energy of 1920s Harlem. The fragrance unfolds with the worn vintage leather of his favorite armchair, aromatic tobacco laced with a hint of clove and vanilla from the pipes of the neighborhood men, and the smell of ambery incense that recalls his many visits to churches in Mexico. A dramatic heart of heady jasmine and a warm background of resinous sandalwood round out this deeply personal blend. The ceramic vessel is adorned with the iconic "A Night Club Map of Harlem" by E. Simms Campbell. Take a trip down memory lane with this witty illustration, reliving the vibrant nightlife scene. Notes:Top: Nutmeg, Clove, LeatherMiddle: Jasmine, CadeBase: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Amber Note: The ceramic gold candles are excluded from any promotional discounts. Wicks: 1Volume: 12 ozDiameter: 3.25 inHeight: 6.75 inBurn time: 90 hoursPackaging: 6.75 in x 4.5 in x 4.5 in
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I just picked up a vintage copy of “The First Book of Jazz” by Langston Hughes (1955). The illustrations by Cliff Roberts are incredible. The style reminds me of one of my favorite jazz…
Use this reading companion to pair with Langston Hughes's short story "Thank You, M'am." Students will practice skills such as character analysis, inference making, reflection, theme analysis, and more! Nine total tasks/slides for students to complete Completely editable/customizable to fit your lesson needs Google Slides format for wherever your students are learning from Includes a link to a pdf of the short story Cover images: Pexels (public domain) & Pixabay (public domain)
Explore Langston Hughes' powerful short story "Thank You, Ma'am" through these engaging and insightful activities for middle and high school.
After spotting a post on Brainpickings on these magical illustrations that Maurice Sendak created for a 1960s edition of The Velveteen Rabbit, we couldn’t resist hunting down other vintage children’s book illustrations — with wonderful results.…
Excellent copy of the first edition of this classic (and thick) poetry book for kids that is now in its fiftieth-some edition. Includes a huge selection of famous writers, such as A.A. Milne, Emily Dickinson, J.R.R. Tolkien, William Blake, Langston Hughes, Elizabeth Barrett Browning, William Shakespeare, Robert Louis Stevenson, as well as selections from The Bible. The only imperfection is a slight denting to the hardcover, but it is only visible though if dust jacket removed (see photo). Tight spine and binding, pages bright white with no markings or stains. Dust jacket in excellent condition for its age, too, with no stains or missing pieces -- there is only minor fraying to the lower left front corner. Overall, this book is in such good shape it seems like a new reproduction. Dimensions: 8 3/8 in. tall, 5. 3/4 in. wide, 1 3/4 in. thick.
Langston Hughes Interactive Foldable Booklets - EBOOK The Langston Hughes Interactive Foldable Booklets - EBOOK is a versatile teaching resource created for grades 2-12. The 11 page PDF provides a broad understanding of the life and influence of prominent American figure, Langston Hughes. Application: American History lessons Social Studies topics with focus on African-American icons Whole-class instruction, small group activities or individual study/homework assignments Ebook Contents: The eBook encompasses two interactive foldables targeting diverse aspects about Hughes' life. Tab 1: Life & Career of Langston Hughes The first tab revolves around timeline based facts about his life spanning from his early years to remarkable contributions during the Harlem Renaissance Era. Tab 2: Literary Works of Langston Hughes The second tab focusses on some renowned works by this acclaimed author that left indelible imprints not only in America but globally too. Students delve deeper into understanding his literary corpus including famous creations like "I Too" & "Harlem". Tailoring to your educational requirements, this eBook tool integrates seamlessly into your curriculum plan whether you're centering your lessons around Black History Month or striving to broaden students' knowledge breadth regarding notable American personalities during any time of the academic year! Langston Hughes Interactive Foldable Booklets – EBOOK
