Author : Cynthia Levinson
Illustrator : Evan Turk
Publication Year : 2021
Text Origin : USA
Awards : 2022 Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal Winner · 2022 Association of Jewish Libraries Sydney Taylor Book Award Notable Picture Book
The People’s Painter: How Ben Shahn Fought for Justice with Art
This true story is about Ben, an observant child who draws everything he sees. After his father was banished in his home country of Lithuania for fighting for human rights, Ben also developed a passion for justice. Ben combines both of these passions together to fight for what is right in the best way he knows how in his new country.
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| HASS Curriculum | Civics & Citizenship, Critical & Creative Thinking, Ethical Understanding, Intercultural Understanding |
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Topics, Themes & Concepts: Attitudes & Traits, Courage, Creativity, Determination, Government, Human Rights, Identity, Immigration & Migration, Resilience, Social Issues, The Arts, Uncategorized, Visual Arts
Other Tags: artist, inspirational story, justice
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