{"product_id":"nelson-mandela-isbn-9780061783777","title":"Nelson Mandela","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis stunning picture book biography of Nelson Mandela by Kadir Nelson is a recipient of the Coretta Scott King Honor award.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this lush, acclaimed book, award-winning author-illustrator Kadir Nelson tells the story of global icon and Nobel Peace Prize winner Nelson Mandela in poignant free verse and glorious illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is the story of a young boy's determination to change South Africa, and of the struggles of a man who eventually became the president of his country. Mandela believed in equality for all people, no matter the color of their skin. Readers will be inspired by Mandela's triumph and his lifelong quest to create a more just world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eResources in the back include an author's note and a bibliography listing additional sources for readers who want to find out more. Perfect for sharing at home or in the classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKadir Nelson's acclaimed books include \u003cem\u003eThe Undefeated\u003c\/em\u003e, winner of the Caldecott Medal as the most distinguished picture book of the year, \u003cem\u003eHeart and Soul: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Story of America and African Americans\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eMoses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003ePRAISE FOR CORETTA SCOTT: “Monumental and tender.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePRIASE FOR CORETTA SCOTT: “Poet and painter have joined forces to offer an indelible, emotional expression of the strength, beauty, and joy of one woman’s character.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An extremely powerful picture-book biography of South Africa’s first black president. It’s a solid biography in its own right, but thanks to Nelson’s characteristically stunning paintings, it soars.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A beautifully designed book that will resonate with children and the adults who wisely share it with them.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This picture-book biography matches Mandela’s outsize achievements with large, powerful images, resulting in a presentation that will seize and hold readers’ attention.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A dramatic encounter indeed.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888640258277,"sku":"NP9780061783777","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780061783777.jpg?v=1730229505","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/nelson-mandela-isbn-9780061783777","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}