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Leon and Lulu's 2nd Annual Books & Authors event was wonderful and raised over $1500 for Detroit area schools.

INSIDE ALL is a featured book at the Berkley, Michigan artists market Yellow Door Art Market

THESE HANDS

Illustrated by Floyd Cooper

Spring 2011

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Kirkus starred review

"...this one stands tall not just for delving into a piece of labor history not previously covered, but for its ability to relate history with heart and resonance."

Author Visit - Tohatchi Middle School

Tohatchi, New Mexico

January 2011

I had a wonderful time visiting with the delightful students at Tohatchi Middle School in Tohatchi, New Mexico!

Many thanks to the fabulous teachers there who hosted me -  Ms. Kelleher and Ms. Webb - and to the students for their beautiful artwork!

Author Visit - Cassady Alternative Elementary School, Columbus, Ohio

April 7 and 8, 2011

Many thanks to all the fabulous students at Cassady Alternative Elementary School for asking so many great questions, spending so much time with me, and drawing such beautiful pictures!  And thanks also to the lovely teachers who welcomed me into their classrooms, most especially, of course, Ms. Mary Weaver.  By special request (:)), you can view the author visit slide show here.

THESE HANDS

Illustrated by Floyd Cooper

Spring 2011

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Japanese language edition forthcoming, translated by Sumiko Moriuchi ~

To be published by 2013!