Written by: Phil Bildner Illustrated by: John Parra For Ages: 5-10 years Language: English Topics Covered: POC-Centric Narratives, Hurricane Katrina, American Folktales, Community Involvement, Activism, Social-Emotional Growth. Summary: This book is in American Folktale style, making Cornelius larger than life! Marvelous Cornelius is based on an actual man who lived in New Orleans and was a…
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A Place Where Hurricanes Happen
Written by: Renée Watson Illustrated by: Shadra Strickland For ages: 5-10 years Language: English Topics Covered: Community, POC-Centric Narratives, Historical Events, Hurricane Katrina, Friendship, Emotional Growth. Summary: Adrienne, Keesha, Michael, and Tommy are all best friends living on the same street. After Hurricane Katrina strikes, the foursome are separated as each of their families deal with the outcome in different ways. The narrators…