The Coretta Scott King Awards: 1970-2004 (Coretta Scott King Awards Book)

Dedicated to the memory of children's book author Virginia Hamilton, The Coretta Scott King Awards: 1970-2004 celebrates 35 years of African-American contributions to children's literature. This unique volume not only celebrates the award and the African-American community, but is a valuable selection tool and a teaching resource, both in schools for children and in library science programs. This new edition features: - Comprehensive listings and annotations of all winners of the Coretta Scott King Awards from 1969 to 2004 - Updated biographies of notable African-American writers and illustrators - A sixteen-page color section features illustrations for award-winning books - A personal look at what motivates and inspires contributors to African-American literature and artThe Coretta Scott King Awards: 1970-2004 (Coretta Scott King Awards Book), 3rd ed. was published 2004 under ISBN 9780838935408 and ISBN 0838935400.