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Anansi the Spider: A Tale from the Ashanti Paperback – Picture Book, March 15, 1987

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A clever folk hero proves himself resourceful in this bold and poetic tale. Ages 5-8.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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“The brief poetic text, complemented by geometric, African folk-style illustrations in pure, bold colors, provides a good introduction to this clever hero.” ―School Library Journal, starred review

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Henry Holt and Company; 1st edition (March 15, 1987)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 48 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0805003118
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0805003116
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 7 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD430L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.58 x 0.17 x 8.75 inches
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Caldecott Medalist Gerald McDermott's illustrated books and animated films have brought him international recognition. He is highly regarded for his culturally diverse works inspired by traditional African and Japanese folktales, hero tales of the Pueblos, and the archetypal mythology of Egypt, Greece, and Rome. It was his fascination with the imagery of African folklore that led him to the story of Anansi the Spider. McDermott was born in Detroit, Michigan. He attended Cass Technical High School, where he was awarded a National Scholastic Scholarship to Pratt Institute in Brooklyn. Once in New York, he began to produce and direct a series of animated films on mythology in consultation with renowned mythologist Joseph Campbell. These films became the basis for McDermott's first picture books. Among his many honors and awards are the Caldecott Medal for Arrow to the Sun, a Pueblo myth, and Caldecott honors for Anansi the Spider: A Tale from Ashanti and Raven: A Trickster Tale from the Pacific Northwest. In addition, McDermott is Primary Education Program Director for the Joseph Campbell Foundation.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great version of a traditional story!
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Great version of a classic folktale from another country, and illustrations are in keeping with the native country of Ghana. Great read and happy to share it with my kids. Please be mindful that this is told in its original way, so it doesn’t always flow like grammatically correct English. Providing a preview here for you (without giving away the ending).
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