The Blacker the Berry

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This book of poems contains beautifully drawn pictures with realistic characters. Readers will enjoy reading these poems show readers how important the color black is. Readers will also enjoy reading these poems that beautifully illustrate African American pride and heritage. Unlike some of the other stories about African American heritage this story celebrates what makes this culture great and does not dwell on any negatives. Readers will love looking at these pictures and reading these beautiful poems.

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The blacker the berry. Retrieved from http://www.amazon.com/Blacker-Notable-Childrens-Books-Readers/dp/0060253754/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1449261160&sr=1-2&keywords=the+blacker+the+berry

Thomas, J. C. (2008). The blacker the berry. New York, NY: HarperCollins Children's Books.