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John's Secret Dreams: The Life of John Lennon (Big Words)
John's Secret Dreams The Life of John Lennon - Big Words Author:Doreen Rappaport John Lennon's influence on music and culture is legendary. From a young age, he dreamed of fame and fortune. When he achieved it as one of the Beatles, he recognized the need for a deeper meaning. His inner search for happiness shaped his life and brought new dimension to the world of rock 'n' roll. — Doreen Rappaport and Bryan Collier present Jo... more »hn Lennon's life through a combination of narrative and song lyrics, cut-paper collage and watercolor art-capturing the energy and the essence of a man whose vision and creative genius continue to inspire people today. Praise for the Big Words series: John's Secret Dreams "This beautiful and stirring tribute will surely send readers to bookshelves and the music stores to learn more about the man." -School Library Journal Martin's Big Words
-2002 Caldecott Honor Book
-2002 Coretta Scott King Honor Book
-Child Magazine Best Book of 2001
-New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2001
* "A stunning, reverent tribute."
-School Library Journal, starred review
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* "Exceptional art, along with Rappaport's and Lincoln's words, makes this a fine celebration of a man who needs little introduction."
-Booklist, starred review
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* "Once again Rappaport celebrates a noble, heroic life in powerful, succinct prose, with prominent, well-chosen, and judiciously placed quotes that both instruct and inspire...Celebrate women in history and in politics with this picture-book life."
-School Library Journal, starred review
Helen's Big World
* "Stirring and awe-inspiring."
-The Horn Book, starred review
To Dare Mighty Things
* "[T]his lavish picture-book biography deftly captures the legendary man's bold, exuberant nature. . . . A truly inspiring tribute to a seemingly larger-than-life U.S. president."
-Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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-Booklist, starred review
* "Concisely written and yet poetic, this is a first purchase for every library."