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Papa's Mark by Gwendolyn Battle-Lavert
American Slave, American Hero by Laurence Pringle
How Sweet the Sound by Cheryl Hudson
Yo, Jo! ~ Rachel Isadora
Luke Goes to Bat ~ Rachel Isadora
I Am Rosa Parks ~ Jim Haskins

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In Daddy’s Arms I Am Tall ~ Javaka Steptoe

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In Daddy’s Arms I Am Tall

Written by Various Authors
Illustrated by Javaka Steptoe

This is a collection of poems celebrating African American fathers and the influence that they have over their families. The poems are coupled with the artwork of Javaka Steptoe. This would make a very nice gift for a father. Read more >>

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Originally posted on August 12, 2011.

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