Orbis Pictus Award · 2005

The 2005 Orbis Pictus Award

The 2 honor books recognized by the 2005 Orbis Pictus Award, with ages and reading levels for each.

2005 Honor Books
Actual Size
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2004

Actual Size

By Steve Jenkins

Discover the true size of animals in a visually stunning journey.

Orbis Pictus Honor (2005)
34 pages· 219 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.3/5 Goodreads · 2,649 ratings
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Summary: Explore the world of animals like never before, seeing them at their actual size. From the massive crocodile to the world's largest spider, this book reveals the astonishing scale of nature. Imagine a tongue two feet long or an eye bigger than your head. Dive into a visual adventure that challenges your perception and brings the animal kingdom to life in vivid detail. Perfect for curious minds eager to see the world from a new perspective.
Chapter Book · Ages 10–12 · 2004

The Voice That Challenged a Nation

A singer defies racial barriers, changing the course of history with her voice.

128 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 1,253 ratings
$11.99Save 5%
Summary: Marian Anderson, a gifted contralto, faces racial barriers in 1920s America. Her journey, marked by a historic 1939 Lincoln Memorial performance, challenges segregation in the arts. With support from figures like Eleanor Roosevelt, Anderson's voice becomes a symbol of hope and change. How does one woman's talent and determination alter the course of civil rights history?
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