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What Do You Do with a Voice Like That?


Congresswoman Barbara Jordan had a big, bold, confident voice—and she knew how to use it! Learn all about her amazing career in this illuminating and inspiring picture book biography of the lawyer, educator, politician, and civil rights leader.

New York Times bestselling author Chris Barton and Caldecott Honoree Ekua Holmes deliver a remarkable picture book biography about a woman whose struggles and mission continue to inspire today.

Author: Chris Barton
Reading Age: 4 - 8 years
Publisher: Beach Lane Books (September 25, 2018)
ISBN-13: 978-1481465618

 
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“With her signature use of bold colors and rich textures, Holmes brings Jordan and her remarkable story to life through portrait-style images that reflect the significance of her leadership and honor the integrity that characterizes her legacy.”

— School Library Journal

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What Do You Do with a Voice Like That?

Awards & Honors


 ALA Notable Book

Kirkus Best Book of the Year

Booklist Editor’s Choice

Bank Street Best Book of the Year

Orbis Pictus Recommended Book

2018 Barbara Jordan Award for Picture Books

2019 Great Texas Read Book

2019 Texas Bluebonnet Master List

Texas Institute of Letters Best Children’s Picture Book

Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People

California Library Association Eureka! Honor Book

Society of Illustrators Original Art Show

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