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When it is neither day nor night, when shadows lurk and folks scurry home before the ghosts come out, storytelling takes on a spectral cast. During that special half-hour of twilight--the dark-thirty--pick one of these spine-tingling tales and savor it...-A white bus driver who refuses a ride to a penniless black woman later encounters her ghost.-Phantom pictures etched on the windowpanes of a man's house proclaim his guilt in a lynching. -A retired Pullman porter hears a ghostly whistle and knows it's the last train he'll ever ride. Mesmerizing and breathtakingly original, these tales are inspired by African American history and range from the time of slavery to the civil rights era of the twentieth century. With her extraordinary gift for suspense and her sure sense of storytelling, Patricia C. McKissack has created a heart-stopping collection of lasting value, a book not quickly forgotten.

In 1859 twelve-year-old Clotee, a house slave who must conceal the fact that she can read and write, records in her diary her experiences and her struggle to decide whether to escape to freedom.

This historical chapter book series showcases the rich storytelling of Patricia C. McKissack, a three-time Coretta Scott King Award winner and Newbery Honor author. It offers young readers engaging narratives that explore significant themes and events in history, making it both educational and entertaining. The series is designed to captivate children while enriching their understanding of the past through relatable characters and compelling plots.

Set in a richly detailed historical context, this chapter book series by Patricia C. McKissack, a three-time Coretta Scott King Award winner and Newbery Honor author, offers young readers engaging stories that explore significant themes and events. Through well-crafted narratives, the series brings to life the experiences and challenges faced by diverse characters, making history accessible and relatable for children. Each book invites readers to learn while being entertained, fostering a deeper understanding of the past.

The collaboration between a Newbery Honor-winning author and a Caldecott Medal-winning illustrator brings to life a heartwarming picture book that captures the humor and essence of Christmas. Through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations, the book celebrates the true spirit of the holiday season, making it a delightful read for children and families alike.

In 1954, when desegregation comes to Kirkland, Missouri, ten-year-old Rosemary faces many changes and challenges at school and at home as her parents separate.

This historical chapter book series features engaging narratives crafted by Patricia C. McKissack, a distinguished author recognized with three Coretta Scott King Awards and a Newbery Honor. The stories delve into significant events and figures from history, offering young readers a captivating blend of education and entertainment. Through rich characters and vivid storytelling, the series aims to inspire curiosity and appreciation for the past.

This historical chapter book series showcases the rich storytelling of Patricia C. McKissack, a three-time Coretta Scott King Award winner and Newbery Honor author. The series captivates young readers with engaging narratives that explore significant events and figures in history, blending educational content with entertaining prose. Each book highlights themes of resilience and cultural heritage, making history accessible and relatable for children.

Partage le journal intime de Clotee, et vis avec elle l'esclavage dans une plantation de coton en Virginie. " Dimanche de Pâques. Liberté. C'est peut-être le premier mot j'ai appris toute seule. Ici, les gens, ils prient pour la liberté, ils chantent sur la liberté, mais pour pas que Maître Henley connaisse leurs vrais sentiments, ils appellent la liberté " cieux ". Tous, ils ont l'esprit fixé sur c'mot : liberté. Mais c'est un mot qui me parle pas, que j'ai encore jamais pu voir. "

Day or two later Freedom is one of the first words I teached myself to write. Down in the Quarters people pray for freedom - they sing 'bout freedom, but to keep Mas' Henley from knowin' their true feelings, they call freedom "heaven". Everybody's mind is on freedom. But it is the word that aine never showed me no picture. While fannin' this afternoon, my eyes fell on "freedom" in a book William was readin'. No wonder I don't see nothin'.I been spellin' it F-R-E-D-U-M. I put the right letters in my head to make sure I remembered their place. F-R-E-E-D-O-M. I just wrote it. Still no picture...