We are thrilled to announce that Red Bird Sings has just won the Carter G. Woodson award from the National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS).....
"NCSS established the Carter G. Woodson Book Awards for the most distinguished books appropriate for young readers that depict ethnicity in the United States. First presented in 1974, this award is intended to “encourage the writing, publishing, and dissemination of outstanding social studies books for young readers that treat topics related to ethnic minorities and race relations sensitively and accurately.” Books relating to ethnic minorities and the authors of such books rarely receive the recognition they merit from professional organizations. By sponsoring the Carter G. Woodson Awards, NCSS gives wide recognition to and encourages these authors and publishers."
http://www.socialstudies.org/awards/woodson/winners
2012
Elementary Level (Grades K–6)
Carter G. Woodson Book Award
Red Bird Sings: The Story of Zitkala-Ša, Native American
Author, Musician, and Activist
Adapted by Gina Capaldi and Q. L. Pearce
Published by Carolrhoda Books
Carter G. Woodson Book Award
Red Bird Sings: The Story of Zitkala-Ša, Native American
Author, Musician, and Activist
Adapted by Gina Capaldi and Q. L. Pearce
Published by Carolrhoda Books
Thank you voting members of the NCSS for deeming our book worthy for this amazing award! and, thank you Jean Reynolds for being such an amazing editor!
Gina & Q
