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Carter Reads the Newspaper Hardcover – Picture Book, February 5, 2019

by Deborah Hopkinson (Author), Don Tate (Illustrator)
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Essential Black History Reading

The first-ever picture book biography of Carter G. Woodson, the Father of Black History Month

Carter G. Woodson Book Award (Honor Book), NCSS
Parents' Choice Silver Honor Award
Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book
Top 10 Books for Kids ―New York Public Library
Best Children's Books of the Year (Starred) ―Bank Street College of Education


"An important and inspiring tale well told." ―Kirkus Reviews

"Carter G. Woodson didn't just read history. He changed it." As the father of Black History Month, he spent his life introducing others to the history of his people.

Carter G. Woodson was born to two formerly enslaved people ten years after the end of the Civil War. Though his father could not read, he believed in being an informed citizen, so Carter read the newspaper to him every day. As a teenager, Carter went to work in the coal mines, and there he met Oliver Jones, who did something important: he asked Carter not only to read to him and the other miners, but also research and find more information on the subjects that interested them.

"My interest in penetrating the past of my people was deepened," Carter wrote. His journey would take him many more years, traveling around the world and transforming the way people thought about history.

From an award-winning team of author Deborah Hopkinson and illustrator Don Tate, this first-ever picture book biography of Carter G. Woodson emphasizes the importance of pursuing curiosity and encouraging a hunger for knowledge of stories and histories that have not been told.

Illustrations also feature brief biological sketches of important figures from African and African American history.

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  1. Reading age
    6 - 9 years
  2. Print length
    36 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    1 - 4
  5. Lexile measure
    810L
  6. Dimensions
    11.24 x 0.36 x 9.75 inches
  7. Publisher
    Peachtree
  8. Publication date
    February 5, 2019
  9. ISBN-10
    1561459348
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1561459346
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Carter Reads the Newspaper picture book biography of the father of black history month

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Gr 1–3—A picture book biography about how Carter G. Woodson became known as the "father of Black History" that also highlights the importance of literacy and being an informed citizen. Woodson, a child of formerly enslaved parents, grew up listening to family and friend's stories and reading the newspaper to his father. As a coal miner, he met Oliver Jones, a veteran of the Civil War, who opened his house to other miners and would prompt Woodson to read the newspaper out loud. Hopkinson presents this as a pivotal moment of solidarity, alternative schooling, and a stirring within Woodson to pursue more knowledge about the histories and lives of black people. Tate's mixed media artwork complements these scenes perfectly, communicating camaraderie and inspiration in scenes overlaid backgrounds of newspaper print. After receiving his PhD from Harvard, Woodson created Negro History Week by sending out pamphlets of information to communities around the United States. Hopkinson frames this as a response to one of Carter's professors at Harvard who said that black people had no history. The narrative ends with an image of an older Woodson reading the paper and the reminder that Woodson changed history "and we can too." Thorough back matter, including an author and illustrator's note, and end pages featuring sketches of past and contemporary figures—Hannibal Barca, Edmonia Lewis, Colin Kaepernick—concludes this volume. VERDICT A charmingly illustrated picture book biography for elementary schoolers.—Lisa Nabel, Kitsap Regional Library, WA

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"Hopkinson skillfully shapes Carter's childhood, family history and formative experiences into a cohesive story.. . . the inclusion of notable figures from black history reinforces the theme (a key is in the backmatter). An important and inspiring tale well told." —Kirkus Reviews

"Young readers will be caught up in his story. . . . Quotes are seamlessly woven into the narrative, and a time line, list of sources, and bibliography add research appeal. Of special note are the illustrations, which include more than 40 portraits of black leaders. . . Their images and one-line biographies will pique further interest, making this a valuable resource for school and public libraries." —Booklist

"Thorough back matter. . . A charmingly illustrated picture book biography for elementary schoolers." —School Library Journal

"Conversational. . . Delicately textured mixed-media illustrations. . . offer spare, stylized images. . . " —Publishers Weekly

"Exemplary. . . This inspiring picture book combines a rich but focused text with clear, expressive mixed-media illustrations. It sheds light on an important, inspiring, but little-known subject, and the supplemental back matter gives weight to the exceedingly important takeaways that history must include all people, and that anyone can change history." —Shelf Awareness

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Peachtree; Illustrated edition (February 5, 2019)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 36 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1561459348
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1561459346
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 6 - 9 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 810L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11.24 x 0.36 x 9.75 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars 174 ratings

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Deborah Hopkinson

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Deborah Hopkinson is as award-winning of picture books, fiction, and nonfiction for young readers.In 2013 she received a Robert F. Sibert Honor and YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award honor for TITANIC: VOICES FROM THE DISASTER.

In 2023, Deborah will publish books for readers of all ages. Coming up in winter and spring: HAPPY EARTH DAY! and RACE AGAINST DEATH, The Greatest POW Rescue of World War II. This summer she teams up with Caldecott-winning illustrator Paul O. Zelinsky for CINDERELLA and a MOUSE CALLED FRED. In the fall, Will Shakespeare makes a cameo in her middle grade fiction historical fiction mystery, THE PLOT TO KILL A QUEEN. Also coming this fall is a picture book inspired by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights illustrated by Kate Gardiner and a new Ready to Read series, The Adventures of Trim.

Deborah is available for conference and library appearances, school author visits and manuscript critiques. She lives with her family and a large menagerie of pets near Portland, Oregon.

Visit her on the web at www.deborahhopkinson.com and follow her on Twitter at @deborahopkinson and Instagram @deborah_hopkinson.

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This is one of my favorites and my 8 year old son is mesmerized by it. The story is wonderfully written and it kept my son's attention. The graphics and colors are captivating. I love the fact it also include other Black pioneers along with their legacy so he is learning a lot.
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GraceLaB
5.0 out of 5 stars Great history lesson.
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Such a good and interesting book. Have no idea why it’s on the banned book list.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love, Love, Love This Book!!! Great Buy!
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This is one of my favorites and my 8 year old son is mesmerized by it. The story is wonderfully written and it kept my son's attention. The graphics and colors are captivating. I love the fact it also include other Black pioneers along with their legacy so he is learning a lot.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love, Love, Love This Book!!! Great Buy!
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2022
This is one of my favorites and my 8 year old son is mesmerized by it. The story is wonderfully written and it kept my son's attention. The graphics and colors are captivating. I love the fact it also include other Black pioneers along with their legacy so he is learning a lot.
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Adam
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
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This is a must read for Black History Month! My students and I highly enjoyed the text.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Solid book
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Purchased for school library - great book and prompt shipping
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“Carter G. Woodson didn’t just study history. He changed it. And we can too.”⁣⁣

This picture book explores Woodson’s family, childhood, work experiences, and education, all of which helped shape him into the leader and reader he became. ⁣⁣This book would be a great addition to your home or classroom library!
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Jodi G
5.0 out of 5 stars Great picture book, suitable for older students as well.
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2019
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This was a great addition to my classroom. I always discuss Carter G. Woodson as the founder of Black History Month. This was the first year I read the book and my 4th graders loved it and remembered a lot about Carter G. Woodson. Highly recommend.
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Melanie Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and informative book
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2019
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This is an excellent book for learning more about black history, particularly how (and why) Black History Month came about. I learned a lot and both myself and my 9 year old son really enjoyed it.
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Melanie Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and informative book
Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2019
This is an excellent book for learning more about black history, particularly how (and why) Black History Month came about. I learned a lot and both myself and my 9 year old son really enjoyed it.
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Clynecia Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for teaching African American children their history!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2019
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I got this book for my grandson and he loved it. It is so important that my grandsons see positive images of African Americans and embrace African American history which is ignored.
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