1979 Coretta Scott King Award Winners & Honor Books

1979 Coretta Scott King Award Winner · Author

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1976

Escape to Freedom

By Ossie Davis

From slavery to diplomacy, a man's journey defies the odds.

Coretta Scott King Award (1979)

96 pages· 15,483 words· Est. 2 hour read

3.4/5 Goodreads · 33 ratings

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Summary: Frederick Douglass rises from the shackles of slavery to the halls of diplomacy, challenging a nation and its prejudices. As he navigates a world resistant to change, will his courage and determination be enough to alter history? Witness the transformation of a man who becomes a beacon of hope and a symbol of resilience. This gripping play explores the trials and triumphs of Douglass's life, inviting you to question the boundaries of freedom and the power of perseverance.

1979 Coretta Scott King Award Winner · Illustrator

Something on My Mind

Picture Book · 1992

Something on My Mind

By Nikki Grimes

Coretta Scott King Award (1979)

910 words

3.5/5 Goodreads · 30 ratings

Paperback

1979 Honor Books

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$759

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1977

I Have a Sister--My Sister Is Deaf

By Jeanne Whitehouse Peterson, Deborah Kogan Ray (Illustrator) · Reading Rainbow series

A sister's world is silent, yet full of vibrant expression and adventure.

Coretta Scott King Honor (1979)

32 pages· 1,521 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud

3.9/5 Goodreads · 155 ratings

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Summary: A young girl, deaf but vibrant, explores life with her older sister. She can't hear the phone ring, yet her world is full of joy and expression. As she jumps, tumbles, and plays, she communicates more with her face and shoulders than words ever could. How does she bridge the silence and share her world with those around her? Discover the unique bond between sisters and the universal language of love and play.

Family Advent Wreath Three Panel Brochure: Family Services for Each Sunday in Advent

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$048

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12

Family Advent Wreath Three Panel Brochure: Family Services for Each Sunday in Advent

By Lillie Patterson

Coretta Scott King Honor (1979)

142 pages

4.6/5 Goodreads · 7 ratings

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Hardcover

Chapter Book · 1978

Justice and Her Brothers

The Justice Trilogy series

No book description provided.

Coretta Scott King Honor (1979)

218 pages

3.4/5 Goodreads · 218 ratings

ebook

Summary: No book description available to create a teaser.

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$333

Chapter Book · Ages 7–9 · 1978

The Skates of Uncle Richard

By Carol Fenner · A Stepping Stone Book series

A dream of figure skating collides with reality and old hockey skates.

Coretta Scott King Honor (1979)

62 pages· 4,525 words· Est. 51 min read

3.7/5 Goodreads · 14 ratings

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Summary: Marsha dreams of gliding across the ice as a figure skating champion, but her hopes are dashed when she's handed her Uncle Richard's worn hockey skates. As she grapples with this unexpected twist, Uncle Richard offers her a dose of reality and guidance. Can Marsha find a way to pursue her passion, or will she discover a new path on the ice? Dive into a story where dreams meet reality, and the journey is as important as the destination.

The 1979 Coretta Scott King Award

Escape to Freedom

Something on My Mind

I Have a Sister--My Sister Is Deaf

Family Advent Wreath Three Panel Brochure: Family Services for Each Sunday in Advent

Justice and Her Brothers

The Skates of Uncle Richard

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