Love to Langston Cover:Paperback Notable Children’s Book in the

Notable Children’s Book in the Language Arts (NCTE)

Twelve black writers

life has gone from bad to worse

these tales will enchant readers and listeners of all ages

With powerful language and keen insight

Love to Langston Cover:Paperback Notable Children’s Book in theFourteen original poems offer young readers an exciting glimpse into the life of Langston Hughes, one of America's most beloved poets. Each of Medina's engaging poems explores an important theme in Hughes' life his lonely childhood, his love of language and travel, his dream of writing poetry. Extensive notes at the back of the book expand upon the poems, giving a broader picture of Hughes' life and the time in which he lived. With stunning