"I opened this picture book and was completely amazed."-ReaderTotz "This liberally illustrated biography of Josephine Baker captures a remarkable, courageous woman whose life and art were inseparable."-Shelf Awareness a fun, enriching, and holistic reading experience."-School Library Journal, starred review A beautiful book."- Helen Frost, author of the Printz Honor-winning Keesha's House "Josephine dances through these pages with such exuberance, she brings light to each dark corner. "Baker's entire life spreads out in this tapestry of words."-Publishers Weekly, starred review "An engaging read aloud with many possibilities for discussion, follow up research and writing.but it doesn't have to be an educational lesson 's just a fun read."-Cindy Dobrez, Bookends, a Booklist Blog And it makes for a gripping tale."-The Denver Post "A triumph of a strong, determined African-American woman over prejudice and parochialism. "Scrupulously researched, high-spirited celebration of the color-line-crossing dancer."-Los Angeles Times "If your child's gotta sing and gotta dance, then she's gotta read this book, too."-Houston Style Magazine "An extraordinary dancer and woman is here celebrated with style and empathy."-Kirkus Reviews, starred review The Wall Street Journal Best Books of the Year "Truly amazing."-Richie Partington, Richie's Picks "Honors the colorful exuberance of both the Jazz era and Baker's life."-Booklist
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