Mirandy and Brother Wind / by Patricia C. McKissack ; illustrated by Jerry Pinkney.
Material type: TextPublication details: New York : Knopf, c1988.Description: [32] p. : col. ill. ; 29 cmISBN:- 0394887654 :
- 0394987659 (lib. bdg.)
- [E] 19
- PZ7.M478693 Mi 1988
Item type | Home library | Collection | Shelving location | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Children's Book | Main Library | Children's Picturebook | Books for Big Kids | McKissack, Pat | Available | 33111002847271 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Illus. in full color."Mirandy is sure she'll win the cake walk if she can catch Brother Wind for her partner, but he eludes all the tricks her friends advise. This gets a high score for plot, pace, and characterization. Mirandy sparkles with energy and determination. Multi-hued watercolors fill the pages with patterned ferment. A treat to pass on to new generations."--(starred) Bulletin, Center for Children's Books. Cassette running time- 20 min.
1989 ALA notable.
1989 Caldecott honor.
To win first prize in the Junior Cakewalk, Mirandy tries to capture the wind for her partner.