An American Story

#1 New York Times Bestselling and award-winning author Kwame Alexander pens a powerful picture book that tells the story of American slavery through the voice of a teacher struggling to help her students understand its harrowing history. From the fireside tales in an African village, through the unspeakable passage across the Atlantic, to the backbreaking work in the fields of the South, this book is a story of a people's struggle, strength, horror, and hope. It is a testament to the resilience of the African American community, honoring the past and envisioning the future. Featuring stunning mixed-media illustrations by Dare Coulter, the book is an ideal resource for family sharing, classrooms, and homeschooling, and is a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Book.