(3) K-3 Illustrated by Christopher Myers. Myers brings vibrant life to a poetic story of African American painter Jacob Lawrence's youth growing up in 1930 Harlem. Myers's art, a true representation of Lawrence's own style, invites young readers into the era and place, depicting everyday activities such as men playing checkers on a stoop and preachers shouting in the street. A biographical note and reproductions are appended.

Reviewer: Henrietta M. Smith

(2) 4-6 The use of Lawrence's paintings both to illustrate significant points in his life as well as to show his artistic accomplishment adds a great deal to a text that is readable and informative. This visually striking, well-researched biography of one of the premier African-American artists of the contemporary era will be a welcome addition to school and public libraries. Bib.

Reviewer: | Horn Book Magazine Issue: March, 1999