Bøger af Brian Pinkney

Caldecott Honor-winning artist and Coretta Scott King Award winner Brian Pinkney explores sibling rivalry with humor, love, and emotional depth in this action-packed story about Brandon and his new baby brother. Perfect for readers of Julius, the Baby of the World, by Kevin Henkes, as well as families welcoming a new sibling.Brandon loves his special blanket, but he isn't too sure about his new baby brother. When it's time for supper, a bath, and bed, the baby steals all the attention. Brandon is not happy. In fact, he's very, very angry. Luckily, Brandon's blanket (or is it Brandon?) has a few ideas to make everything better.From Caldecott Honor-winning artist and Coretta Scott King Award winner Brian Pinkney, this exuberant, emotionally true, and insightful picture book celebrates a young child's imagination, being a big brother, and welcoming a new family member. With an expressive, pitch-perfect text and bold, energetic illustrations, Brandon and the Baby is a standout choice for families, classroom sharing, and for social and emotional learning.

From Caldecott Honor winner Brian Pinkney comes the imaginative story of Henry the paperboy, who collides with a sparrow and discovers that he can fly--just like Falconman, his favorite comic strip superhero. Full color.

A young boy is introduced to the joys of making music through this imaginative story. Max picks up two twigs and begins tapping out the rhythms of everything he sees around him, from distant church bells to the rumble of the subway. Then, when a marching band rounds his corner, something wonderful happens. Full color.

Two-time Caldecott Honor artist and Coretta Scott King Medalist Brian Pinkney’s Time for Kenny is simple, direct, and pitch-perfect for emerging readers. This vibrant, family-oriented picture book is full of boundless energy, action, and unlimited love. A timeless choice for fans of Laura Vaccaro Seeger, Christian Robinson, and Oge Mora. Time for Kenny to get up and enjoy the day with his family! In four deceptively simple stories, Brian Pinkney guides readers through a young child’s day. First, Kenny must get dressed. Maybe he can wear his mom’s shoes? And his grandpa’s hat seems to fit perfectly on his head. Luckily, with the help of his family, Kenny is finally set to go. Then he must overcome his fear of the monstrous vacuum cleaner, learn to play soccer with his big sister, and—after all that fun—get ready for bedtime. Bright, colorful, and energetic illustrations create a bold, accessible book for families to treasure and share. Rhythm, repetition, and clear, short sentences make Time for Kenny an excellent choice for emerging readers. 

The true sweat-and-dirt tale of the feisty cowboy-child who became the most famous black rodeo performer who ever lived. Includes a note about the history of the black West and a bibliography.