One of the key goals of Books for Our Children is to introduce affirmative children’s literature that features high quality art. In honor of Black History Month and the artistry that Black illustrators bring to children’s literature, this week’s books feature the work of artists who have received the Caldecott Medal, awarded to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. The Caldecott is considered the highest honor presented to a children’s book illustrator. Established in 1938, only five Black illustrators have been awarded the Caldecott Medal: Vashti Harrison, the first woman to receive the Medal (2024), Kadir Nelson (2020), Javaka Steptoe (2017), Jerry Pinkney (2010), and Leo Dillon with his wife Diane Dillon (1976 and 1977).
Celebrating the Artistry of Black Illustrators
Celebrating the Artistry of Black…
Celebrating the Artistry of Black Illustrators
One of the key goals of Books for Our Children is to introduce affirmative children’s literature that features high quality art. In honor of Black History Month and the artistry that Black illustrators bring to children’s literature, this week’s books feature the work of artists who have received the Caldecott Medal, awarded to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. The Caldecott is considered the highest honor presented to a children’s book illustrator. Established in 1938, only five Black illustrators have been awarded the Caldecott Medal: Vashti Harrison, the first woman to receive the Medal (2024), Kadir Nelson (2020), Javaka Steptoe (2017), Jerry Pinkney (2010), and Leo Dillon with his wife Diane Dillon (1976 and 1977).