Two Ways to Count to Ten - by Ruby Dee (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>"Meddaugh's color-pencil and watercolor paintings suit the text well; they leand extra dimension to the animals' characterizations as the story unfolds. Readers and listeners of all ages will find this an irresistibly satisfying tale".--Publishers Weekly.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>Award-winning actress and civil rights activist Ruby Dee retells a timeless tale of strength and leadership in <i>Two Ways to Count to Ten: A Liberian Folktale</i>, illustrated by Susan Meddaugh. </b> <p/>When the Leopard, king of all the jungle animals, declares the time has come for a successor to marry his daughter and wear the crown, the bravest beasts gather for a competition. The creature capable of throwing a spear high enough in the air for him to count to ten before it reaches the ground will be declared the jungle's prince. <p/>After many of the strongest animals fail, an antelope steps forth to take the king's challenge, only to be ridiculed for his physical weakness. But the antelope possesses a different kind of strength--one that's a perfect quality for leadership.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"King Leopard is wise enough to plan for a successor: 'I must seek out the cleverest beast in our jungle. I must find one who is wise enough to rule well.' He plans a contest; the winner is to be named a prince and marry his daughter. Contestants must throw Leopard's spear up in the air and count to ten before it comes to earth again...The story is a strong one and will be an effective read-aloud." --<i>Booklist</i> <p/>"The noted actress retells this lively, well-paced, and involving version of a Liberian folktale. Meddaugh's color-pencil and water-color paintings suit the text well. Readers and listeners of all ages will find this an irresistibly satisfying tale." --<i>Publishers Weekly</i> <p/>"A clever tale about the jungle beasts learning to count, showing once again that being strong is not the same as being smart." --<i>The New York Times</i></p><br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Ruby Dee</b> (1922-2014) was an actress and social activist. She was the author of the children's book <i>Two Ways to Count to Ten: A Liberian Folktale</i>. <p/><b>Susan Meddaugh </b>is the author/illustrator of the Martha Speaks children's books. She also provided the art for Ruby Dee's <i>Two Ways to Count to Ten: A Liberian Folktale</i>.</p>
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