Library's review
Inspired by true events during the Great Depression, young Kedi, of a Cameroon village, is distressed to learn that Americans are going hungry. Vibrant illustrations reflect Kedi’s innocence and earnestness as she convinces her fellow villagers to help out New York City.
Genres
Publication
Knopf Books for Young Readers (2012), 40 pages
Description
In 1931 Cameroon, young Kedi is upset to learn that children in her American teacher's village of New York are going hungry because of the Great Depression, and she asks her mother, neighbors, and even the headman for money to help. Includes historical notes.
Awards
Ezra Jack Keats Book Award (Honor — New Writer — 2013)
CCBC Choices (2013)
Language
Original language
English
Pages
40
Physical description
40 p.; 10.34 inches
ISBN
0375845690 / 9780375845697
DDC/MDS
| 451 |