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The Adventures of Sugar and Junior 1 review
Angela Shelf Medearis
Holiday House, 1995
The Adventures of Sugar and Junior
The Adventures of Sugar and Junior is a charming collection of four short stories by Angela Shelf Medearis. These stories tell, in simple but not babyish language, how Santiago Antonio Ramirez (also known as Junior) met Sugar, an African American girl his age, how Sugar got her name, the results of the pair's unsupervised first attempt at baking, their attendance at a scary movie, and the ...
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Daisy and the Doll (A Vermont Folklife Center Book)4 reviews
Michael Medearis, Angela Shelf Medearis
University Press of New England, 2008
Poetry of the Soul
This is a fantastic book and should be a part of every fourth and fifth grade classroom. The story gives a soul stirring look at life for a minority in the late 1800's in such a way that children can relate to the emotions experienced and actions taken. The story shows how even a child can respond to challenge prejudice and unfair bias in a mature way. It would also be a great introduction to a ...
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The 100th Day of School (Hello Reader!, Level 2)4 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
Cartwheel, 1996
A Must-Have Book for the 100th Day
My grade 1-2 students enjoy this book every year. We read it on the 100th day of school and also do lots of the activities in the book. My kids especially enjoy making the hats with 100 things stuck on.
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Too Much Talk3 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
Walker Books Ltd, 1996
Let's Talk About it!
Talking yams are only the beginning of this simple and hysterically hyperdramatic retelling of an old Ashanti tale. When a farmer encounters a talking yam and runs and tells a fisherman, the fish talks, assuring him such a thing can't happen. Panic and hilarity ensues in the brief text and stylized pictures.
This is one of those folktales that can be introduced to children of any age, and ...
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Seven Spools of Thread: A Kwanzaa Story2 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
Albert Whitman & Company, 2000
Morality and Kente Cloth
A friend shared this book with me when we were in a discussion of Africa's Kente cloth, woven with bright colors in narrow strips and then sewed into wider fabric. Seven Spools... is a delightful tale well told and beautifully illustrated. The moral lesson of cooperation is clearly shown. I have ordered it to be a great addition to my group of African books for children and adults.
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Poppa's New Pants2 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
Holiday House, 1995
A favorite of children
Having heard this story told by the author herself I fell in love with it the first time I heard it. As a teacher it is great for teaching predictions, but as a reader it is an entertaining story that delights everytime. My students love the story and beg to borrow the book to read it for themselves. The illustrations are excellent and add to the story's humor.
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Dare to Dream: Coretta Scott King and the Civil Rights Movement1 review
Angela Shelf Medearis
Topeka Bindery, 2001
Dare to Dream
I am pleased to report that "Dare to Dream" is an outstanding book on the life and destiny of the late Coretta Scott King. I want everyone to know that the author did an excellent job.
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The African-American Kitchen: Cooking from Our Heritage1 review
Angela Shelf Medearis
Plume, 1997
Best Sweet Potato Pie You Have Ever Eaten!
I absolutely love this book. I collect cookbooks and have an extensive collection from around the world and this is by far one of my favorites. The author traces her heritage through story and food from Africa through the West Indies, the Carribean and the southern plantations of the U.S. This is a book not too be missed. It is a shame it is no longer in hardcover because I just loaned mine out ...
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Ghost Of Sifty, Sifty Sam5 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
Scholastic Inc., 1949
Perfect for the young and ghoulish
My six-year-old daughter loves this book! And as a ghost fancier myself, I have to say I loved Jacqueline Roger's eerie, atmospheric illustrations and Medearis's prose. We're looking for more books by this author and illustrator.
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Poppa's Itchy Christmas2 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
Holiday House, 1998
This is one of the most awesome books I've encountered
in the youth section of our public library. We checked this book out first time on my son's fourth Christmas, and then again the next year, and this year I ended up purchasing it for a Christmas present from an amazon seller. I was just reading this book before wrapping it up, and I was compelled to write this review. This book is awesome! It makes you crack with laughter, and feel fuzzy and warm ...
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We Play on a Rainy Day (Hello Reader Level 1)1 review
Angela Shelf Medearis
Fitzgerald Books, 2007
Great Starter Book
We bought this book and Bug, A Bear, A Boy (level 1) (Hello Reader) for our daughter who is in second grade. She has trouble reading but wants to read "big" kid books. These were the perfect fit! She loves the fact that there not her baby brother books and she can still read them (with a little help). Great books for those kids needing help with reading or just starting out.
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The Kitchen Diva! The New African-American Kitchen1 review
Angela Shelf Medearis
Lake Isle Press, 2008
More than a cookbook
The New African-American Kitchen is much more than just a cookbook. This is a beautifully presented book that provides historical information and an insight into the cultures that brought us this wonderful food. The Kitchen Diva's personality comes through loud and clear and this cookbook is a wonderful addition to any kitchen.
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Entertaining Ideas from the African-American Kitchen: Recipes and Traditions for Holidays Throughout the Year1 review
Angela Shelf Medearis
Dutton Adult, 1997
My idea of an excellent cookbook.
It has a variety of recipes which are very simple to prepare and great tasting. The author also explains the ins and outs of entertaining.The book offers very pratical tips for the reader (i.e. making sure your bathroom is clean before the guests arrive!) This book also gives the history behind our African-American holidays. I found this book to be a delight not only to use but also to read.
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Best Friends Forever? 2 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
Scholastic, 2004
Best Friends Forever?
I felt like I could relate to this book. Sharie was lost in between. She had an older sister who was smart and of course the oldest. Her baby sister was cute and the youngest and what was Sharie, the middle child. She wasn't the smartest child you have ever met nor the prettist. She moved to Austin from Kansas. When she got there she meet a girl named Hannah. Hannah was the only person who didn't ...
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Jugamos Bajo LA Iluvia (Hola, Lector!, Nivel 1)1 review
Angela Shelf Medearis, Yolanda Noda
Cartwheel Books, 1995
Jugamos bajo la lluvia
I am a native Spanish speaker. I've been reading this book in Spanish to my granddaughter who just turned 1 year old. The pictures, colors and expressions on the faces are terrific. The different cultures and races portrayed playing together and outside are delightful. Although this book is rated for more advanced ages, I found that my granddaughter now pays very close attention, smiles, and ...
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We Eat Dinner in the Bathtub11 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
State House Press, 1990
Excellent Children's Book
My wife read this to her other kids when they were growing up, and we got it for our new born daughter because my wife likes to read to her. Plus, after reading the book to her one night, I would recommend it for people who like to read to their children, or who has children learning to read, or can already read.
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Snug in Mama's Arms1 review
Angela Shelf Medearis
Gingham Dog Press, 2004
Cheers for a great book depicting co-sleeping
All of my children have slept in the family bed. This is a wonderful story that shows this loving part of parenting as normal and natural. I really appreciate finding children's books that I can read to my children that have familiar things in it. Sleeping "snug in mama's arms" is a familiar thing to my children. Now they can see it in a book too.
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Sharie and the Black and White Musical Monster2 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
Atheneum Books for Young Readers, 1996
What did I do to deserve a sister like you?
This book was so cool! If you have a sister I would advise you to get this book.It's great it's called What did I do to deserve a sister like you? It tells you about how you get along with your family. I found out that sometimes older sisters can be pains to younger sisters. They can say not very nice stuff to each other. I think Sandra is a lot like me, and I think Sharie is a lot like my ...
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Annie's Gifts (Feeling Good Series)3 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
Topeka Bindery, 1994
good for self-esteem and encouragement
This is a good book to help children build self-esteem. Annieis upset that she can't make the same music that her sister andbrother can and comes to the point of giving up. Through the encouragement of others, she continues to try and discovers her own 'special gift'.
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The Ethnic Vegetarian: Traditional and Modern Recipes from Africa, America, and the Caribbean7 reviews
Angela Shelf Medearis
Rodale Books, 2004
Lots of Vegan recipes
While a few recipes do use eggs or cheese, most do not. Lots of tasty vegan options here.
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