Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Dave the Potter by Laban Carrick Hill

Hill, Laban Carrick, Dave the Potter. Hachette Book Group, 2010. PICTURE BOOK.


A true story. Dave was a slave who was great at making pottery. He was also great at etching short poems on his pottery. This book, told in poetry form, tells his story.

A great introduction to slave poetry and a poet. The illustrations are beautifully done. The text is simple, but does a great job of telling the story of Dave. Readers who like non-fiction, historical fiction, and stories about artists and slaver will enjoy reading this book. EL (4-6). ADVISABLE. Reviewer: Kira M, Youth Services Librarian, HUN Public Library.

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