The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read by Rita Lorraine Hubbard

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Author: Rita Lorraine Hubbard
ISBN: 9781524768287

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Imagine learning to read at the age of 116! Discover the true story of Mary Walker, the nation’s oldest student who did just that, in this picture book from a Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator and a rising star author.

One of Slate’s 25 Greatest Picture Books of the Past 25 Years

In 1848, Mary Walker was born into slavery. At age 15, she was freed, and by age 20, she was married and had her first child. By age 68, she had worked numerous jobs, including cooking, cleaning, babysitting, and selling sandwiches to raise money for her church. At 114, she was the last remaining member of her family. And at 116, she learned to read. From Rita Lorraine Hubbard and rising star Oge More comes the inspirational story of Mary Walker, a woman whose long life spanned from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement, and who–with perseverance and dedication–proved that you’re never too old to learn.

“Inspiring“ —The Wall Street Journal

“A lovely, inspirational picture-book biography about beating the odds and achieving your dreams.” —Booklist, starred review

“Walker’s determination and her long, long life—she died at 121—offer genuine inspiration.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review

“Enjoy this book with every child you know; let Mary Walker become a household name.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

“An absorbing narrative and excellent illustrations combine to create a moving story of encouragement for youngsters.” —School Library Journal, starred review

“A riveting portrait of a strong-willed American icon.” —BookPage, starrred review

WINNER 2021 Comstock Read Aloud Book Award

WINNER 2022 Rhode Island Children’s Book Award

WINNER 2022 Texas Bluebonnet Award

NOMINEE 2023 Arizona Young Readers Award

NOMINEE 2022 Minnesota Book Award

NOMINEE 2021 Tennessee Volunteer State Book Award

NOMINEE 2021 Virginia Young Readers Program Award

SELECTION 2021 ALSC Notable Children’s Books

SELECTION 2021 Bank Street College Best Children’s Book of the Year

SELECTION 2021 Cooperative Children’s Book Center Choices

SELECTION 2021 Notable Books for a Global Society Award

FINALIST 2021 Ohioana Book Award – About Ohio or an Ohioan

ISBN9781524768287

Published onJan 07, 2020

Published byAnne Schwartz Books

Pages40

Dimensions9 x 11

Age Range4-8 years

GradePreschool – 3

Reading LevelLexile: AD830L | Fountas/Pinnell: P

Illustrator

Oge Mora

OGE MORA is a collage artist and storyteller. Her picture book, Thank You, Omu!, was a Caldecott Honor Book, Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award winner, and Ezra Jack Keats Book Award recipient. Her second book, Saturday, won the 2020 Boston Globe–Horn Book Picture Book Award. Oge’s artwork has received praise from the Washington Post, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Boston Globe. She also recently made the Forbes 30 Under 30 2021 list in Arts & Style. Oge grew up in Columbus, Ohio, but resides in Providence, Rhode Island.

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