Dreams of Freedom: In Words and Pictures - in association with Amnesty International UK, by Amnesty International
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A 2016 Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People (National Council for the Social Studies-Children's Book Council)
"I have walked that long road to freedom. I have tried not to falter... I have taken a moment to rest, but I can only rest for a moment, for with freedom come responsibilities." Nelson Mandela
"If you are tired, keep going. If you are scared, keep going. If you are hungry, keep going. If you want to taste freedom, keep going." Harriet Tubman
This inspirational book, following We Are All Born Free, contains 17 quotations about many different aspects of freedom, from the freedom to have an education to that not to be hurt or tortured, the freedom to have a home and the freedom to be yourself. All the chosen quotations are in simple words that can be understood by young children.
Authors of the quotations include: Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King, Harriet Tubman, Anne Frank, the Dalai Lama, Aung San Suu Kyi and Malala Yousafzai. The book is illustrated by internationally acclaimed and award-winning illustrators, including Alexis Deacon, Chris Riddell, Ros Asquith, Jackie Morris and Shirin Adl from the UK, Barroux from France, Roger Mello from Brazil, Birgitta Sif from Iceland, aboriginal artist Sally Morgan from Australia and Mordicai Gerstein from the USA. The cover is illustrated by best-selling author/illustrator Oliver Jeffers.
Dreams of Freedom: In Words and Pictures - in association with Amnesty International UK, by Amnesty International - Amazon Sales Rank: #1013223 in Books
- Brand: Amnesty International (COR)
- Published on: 2015-03-15
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 11.13" h x .50" w x 9.88" l, .88 pounds
- Binding: Hardcover
- 48 pages
Dreams of Freedom: In Words and Pictures - in association with Amnesty International UK, by Amnesty International From School Library Journal Gr 2–6—This title offers a series of quotes from writers and human-rights champions, loosely arranged around the theme "Dreams of Freedom." Each selection occupies a spread and is accompanied by art from an internationally acclaimed artist. For example, "Freedom to be a child" is illustrated by Birgitta Sif and depicts a child's bedroom at night, with two youngsters in a tent reading by lantern light. Mikhail Bakunin's accompanying quotation reads, "Children are neither the property of their parents nor even the world. They belong only to their own future freedom." "Freedom to Learn" pairs a Malala Yousafzai quote ("I don't mind if I have to sit on the floor at school. All I want is education and I am afraid of no one.") with Roger Mello's illustration that shows an overhead view of a child reading a book with a monkey on the prow of a large ship in the midst of a fantastical sea of colors. While there is no real narrative, the pairings provide a landing place for readers to stop and consider the message the words contain. A foreword touches on the mission and the purpose of the book (all proceeds will be donated to Amnesty International), and there is a brief biography for each writer and illustrator. VERDICT While not an essential purchase, this inspirational title is a worthwhile selection for large collections.—Anna Haase Krueger, Ramsey County Library, MN
Review
"a kaleidoscopic vision of what a just world might look like" - Publishers Weekly
"Published in association with Amnesty International, this book pairs quotes from human rights champions like Malala Yousafzai and the Dalai Lama with art ranging in tone from mischievous to mystical." - Baltimore Sun
"This inspirational title is a worthwhile selection" - School Library Journal
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Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people who campaign for internationally recognized human rights. AI has a varied network of members and supporters around the world. At the latest count, there were more than 2.2 million members, supporters and subscribers in over 150 countries and territories in every region of the world. Although they come from many different backgrounds and have widely different political and religious beliefs, they are united by a determination to work for a world where everyone enjoys human rights.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Words and illustrations to help us cherish our freedom By Jed Shlackman This unique book explores the idea and experience of freedom with a variety of quotes and illustrations, compiled from a variety of artists and writers. The book is hardcover and not that long, with a reading level recommended for age 8 and up. The depth of some of the quotes may go beyond the comprehension level of 3rd graders. Still, there is something here for people of all ages, and I like the idea of a book for children to celebrate freedom. Some of the people quoted are well known and others aren't. There is a section in the back of the book with bios of all the writers and illustrators featured in this book. This book is raising funds for Amnesty International and would make a great choice for educational settings.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. To grow, to savor, to teach us where we have been, and where we have to go. . . By Mary Ann The selections of great thoughts are only matched by the diverse art pieces that accompany them. This really is a book for all ages. From its youngest "readers" who will explore the colors and lines of the pages, to those with the wisdom of the ages, this volume is a pleasure. I read it straight through, and its impact built with every page. It will be just as affecting to dip into, and contemplate the pages independently. At the back are short, small-print biographies of each contributor, that can act as springboards to further investigation. This volume belongs in both homes and classrooms, for sharing and personal perusal.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Rather abstract By Dienne I didn’t find this book as inspiring as I’d hoped it would be. Many of the quotes are rather weak and most are over the heads of younger kids. Also, while some of the quotes are from very famous people like Nelson Mandela and Harriet Tubman, others are from rather obscure people. In some cases, kids will certainly benefit from learning about these people, such as Nadia Anjuman and Aung San Suu Kyi, who have struggled for rights and suffered because of it. But others are just plain obscure such as Clare Balding, a British broadcaster and retired jockey.The book intends to explore different kinds of freedom. Some are freedom from, such as freedom from fear. Others are freedom to, such as freedom to be a child. Each concept is illustrated with a relevant quote and a picture by a famous illustrator. Both the quotes and the pictures are a mixed bag. For instance, the picture that goes with the freedom to learn quote features a boat that shows people with dark skin lying in stacked hammocks – a little too reminiscent of a slave ship for my tastes. The freedom to enjoy life and liberty page is illustrated with a bird in a cage and a cat peering rather ominously into the cage. Not sure how long that bird will get to “sing wildly” once it breaks out of that cage. The freedom through equality page features a quote by Chief Standing Bear of the Ponca Tribe and a picture of an American Indian looking person (which person looks rather androgynous). I have to wonder what qualification R. Gregory Christie has to be drawing people of native backgrounds (is he Indian himself?) and how much research he did.On the other hand, some of the illustrations are quite delightful. The freedom from fear page shows a timid mouse tiptoeing through a menacing forest with threatening faces hidden among the leaves and trees. The freedom to be yourself page shows six delightfully unique individuals (although that quote is one of the weaker ones, in my opinion). The freedom to make a difference page (the quote for which is Amnesty International’s slogan – “It is better to light a candle than to curse the darkness”) shows a lighted candle holding a little boy and protecting him from the monsters in the darkness.I read this with my six and eight year old daughters. The younger one just listened and absorbed, but I’m not sure how much sunk in. My older one asked, on nearly every page, “What does that mean?” We had some interesting talks about the different kinds of freedom, but again, I’m not really sure how much sank in. Actually, it was more me talking. Neither kid was terribly enthusiastic after reading the book and they both said the book was so-so. I’m glad to have the book for free, but if I were to pay for it, I’d just consider it more of a donation.
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