Fourteen original poems offer young readers an exciting glimpse into the life of Langston Hughes, one of America's most beloved poets. Each of Medina's engaging poems explores an important theme in Hu
Fourteen original poems offer young readers an exciting glimpse into the life of Langston Hughes, one of America's most beloved poets. Each of Medina's engaging poems explores an important theme in Hughes' life - his lonely childhood, his love of language and travel, his dream of writing poetry. Extensive notes at the back of the book expand upon the poems, giving a broader picture of Hughes' life and the time in which he lived. With stunning illustrations by R. Gregory Christie, Love To Langston brings Langston Hughes to life for a new generation of readers.
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Interest Level
Grades 2 - 6
Reading Level
Grade 2
Themes
Biography, African/African American Interest, Historical Interest, Occupations, Poetry
Accelerated Reader
Level: 4.5
Points: .5
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Tony Medina is a prolific poet and writer whose work can be found in numerous anthologies. He is the author of DeShawn Days, Christmas Makes Me Think, and a contributor to the anthology Love to Mamß: A Tribute to Mothers, published by LEE & LOW BOOKS. He was selected by Writer's Digest as one of ten poets to watch in the new millennium. Medina lives in Harlem, New York City, and is an English Professor at Long Island University.
R. Gregory Christie received his fine arts degree from the School of Visual Arts in New York City and has illustrated several books for LEE & LOW (see titles to the right). A three time recipient of the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Award, Christie lives in Brooklyn, New York. You can see more of his work at www.gas-art.com
