About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is curious about how great things are made through patience, messy collaboration, and a shared love for art. It is perfect for the creative child who needs to see that even legends have moments of waiting, laughing, and chaos before achieving a masterpiece. Through a series of rhythmic poems and vibrant illustrations, Roxane Orgill captures the true story of the morning in 1958 when fifty-seven jazz greats gathered on a Harlem sidewalk for a now-iconic photograph. The book celebrates African American heritage and the spirit of community, making it an excellent choice for kids ages 8 to 12 who enjoy music or history. Parents will appreciate how it humanizes famous figures like Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk, showing that genius is often found in the joy of simply showing up together.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The approach is secular and historical. It briefly touches on the realities of the time, such as segregation and limited opportunities for Black musicians, but the resolution is joyful and celebratory.
Ideal Reader
A creative 10-year-old who loves music or photography and wonders what their favorite artists are like behind the scenes. It is also perfect for a student who feels overwhelmed by big projects and needs to see how a 'big idea' is executed piece by piece.
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