The book is a good reminder that often the journey is just as important as the destination.”-St. ““ artwork is reminiscent of the great Ezra Jack Keats. “A celebration of the joys of service, the gift of grandmothers and the tenderness a city can contain.”–Newsday The book follows a young boy named CJ as he learns to appreciate the beauty in everyday things during a bus ride.
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“The urban setting is truly reflective, showing people with different skin colors, body types, abilities, ages, and classes in a natural and authentic manner… A lovely title.”-School Library Journal Last Stop on Market Street is a 2015 children's book written by American author Matt de la Pea and illustrated by Christian Robinson, which won the 2016 Newbery Medal, a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor, and a Caldecott Honor. Matt de la Peña is the Newbery Medalwinning author of Last Stop on Market Street.He is also the author of the award-winning picture books Carmela Full of Wishes, Love, and A Nation’s Hope: The Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis, and seven critically acclaimed young adult novels.Matt teaches creative writing and visits schools and colleges throughout the country. But it’s also the warmth of their intergenerational relationship that will make this book so satisfying, for both young readers and the adults sharing it with them.”–New York Times BOOK OF THE MONTH - Our young readers loved this sharp, funny middle grade. With this final detail, Last Stop on Market Street provides a gentle twist, letting readers in on the secret Nana and CJ have known all along: They’re on the way to help others who have even less. Imprint G.P.Putnams Sons Books for Young Readers Featured Book The Good Turn. His cityscape is diverse and friendly, without neglecting the grittiness: litter, graffiti, security grilles and a soup kitchen-CJ and Nana’s destination. “Robinson’s simple shapes, bright palette and flat perspective belie a sophisticated use of acrylic and collage.
Nominated for the 2016 Kentucky Bluegrass Award
Nominated for the 2016 Washington Children’s Choice Picture Book Award The Huffington Post Best Overall Picture Book of 2015Ī Chicago Public Library Best Book of 2015Ĭhosen for the New York Public Library’s 100 Books for Reading & Sharing ListĪ Miami Herald Best Children’s Book of 2015Ī Raleigh News & Observer Best Children’s Book of 2015Ī San Francisco Chronicle Holiday Gift Guide PickĪ Center for the Study of Multicultural Children’s Literature “Best Multicultural Books of 2015” PickĪ Scholastic Instructor 50 Best Summer BookĬhosen for the ALSC 2015 Summer Reading ListĪ Horn Book Summer 2015 Reading List PickĬhosen for School Library Journal’s 2015 Top 10 Latin Books ListĪ Kansas City Star Thanksgiving 2015 Roundup PickĢ015 E.B. As de la Peña explains, “You can feel like you have been slighted if you are growing up without if you have less money - or you can see the beauty in that.A New York Times Book Review Notable Children’s Book of 2015Ī 2015 Publishers Weekly Best Book of the YearīookPage’s “2015’s First Must-Read Picture Book” It’s about choosing one’s perspective on life. They are regular collaborators, and their books bring a new - and welcome - perspective to the world of children’s books.īut ultimately, Market Street is not about race. Like the main characters, Robinson (raised by his own grandmother under challenging circumstances) is African American. The creators of Last Stop on Market Street do not come from the usual privileged demographic of picturebook makers. And it is unique in its honest depiction of the hardship of life, particularly for urban communities, and acknowledging that not everyone has access to the same opportunities. Combined with de la Peña’s beautiful prose, this picture book is a pleasure to read. So many of us were so happy to hear that Matt de la Peña won the Newbery Medal with Last Stop on Market Street though so many of us were quite surprised as well.Not surprised because the book didn’t deserve it, it did surprised because it is a picture book winning the award for most distinguished piece of children’s literature. Last Stop On Market Street is bright, bold and colourful, and continues the legacy of Ezra Jack Keats. This award-winning modern classic-a must-have for every childs home library-is an inclusive ode to kindness, empathy, gratitude, and finding joy in.Dimensions (Overall): 10.6 Inches (H) x 8.8 Inc.
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