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School Library Journal - 09/01/2014 K-Gr 2—Booker T. Washington is a well-known historical figure, but the story of how he built the Tuskegee Institute by hand is not quite as common. This picture book brings the tale to light accessibly and engagingly. Young readers are sure to marvel at the accomplishments of Washington and his perseverance in spite of obstacles. The story is told simply, with beautiful watercolor and pencil illustrations. An endnote goes into more detail about Washington's life and struggle to bring education to all. While this is not an all-encompassing biography, it is certainly a notable story about a lesser-known aspect of his life. Readers will enjoy this title, and it will easily tie in to school units as an enticing read-aloud.—Ellen Norton, White Oak Library District, Crest Hill, IL - Copyright 2014 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.

Booklist - 10/01/2014 This original take on Booker T. Washington’s many accomplishments highlights an aspect of his inspiring career often overlooked in standard biographies: when faced with lack of educational opportunities for black students, he and his community built their own school in Tuskegee, Alabama. Basic background information on his childhood and education provides historical context, but the majority of the book concentrates on the details of the labor-intensive process of brickmaking and the construction of the school. Slade relies on quotations from Washington’s autobiography Up from Slavery to frame the narrative, revealing Washington’s internal motivation in addition to the actual facts. Soft watercolor illustrations illuminate the text’s descriptions and add a meaningful complement to the already inspiring story. The combined messages of hope and perseverance come through loud and clear. Pair this with Jabari Asim’s Fifty Cents and a Dream: Young Booker T. Washington (2012). - Copyright 2014 Booklist.

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