The most popular programs for the Children's Books Tag http://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=84 en-US Copyright 2013, National Cable Satellite Corporation info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Wed, 22 May 2013 20:22:18 GMT Mrs. Farris, older sister of the slain civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., reads from her book [My Brother Martin], published by Simon and Schuster. The book is intended for young readers who may view Dr. King as a larger than life icon. Mrs. Farris informs the children in the audience that before he became a world-famous civil rights activist, Martin Luther King, Jr., called "ML" by the family, was a little boy who played practical jokes and made friends with children of all races. But growing up in the segregated South of the 1920s taught "ML" that white children and black children were not supposed to play together. Mrs. Farris' book focuses on a key moment in their childhood in Atlanta when "ML" realized his calling in life. Mrs. Farris answers questions from the audience after her reading. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165938-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165938-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Jeffrey Thompson showed and described his illustrations for a new edition of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's famous poem, [The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere], published by the National Geographic Society. He read the entire poem as images of his illustrations were shown. Following his reading, he talked about the illustrations and his book. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/157877-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/157877-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Author Walter Dean Myers and his son, illustrator Christopher Myers, discussed the dynamics of their working relationship and their approach to creating books for young audiences. After the discussion, father and son answer questions from members of the audience. Walter Dean Myers is the author of several children's books, including [Monster; The Dream Bearer]; and [BAD BOY: A Memoir]. Christopher Myers began his children's book career doing research to help his father, and went on to illustrate his father's book [Shadow of the Red Moon]. They have collaborated on other books, including the prize-winning [Harlem]. Christopher Myers is the author of other books, including [Black Cat]. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183347-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183347-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. McBrier and Ms. Lohstoeter, the illustrator, talked with the children about their book [Beatrice's Goat], published by Antheneum. They showed slides of the trip they took to Africa to research the book. This is the story of a girl in western Uganda whose life is changed when her family is given a goat. The family becomes prosperous enough to be able to send her to school. The participants responded to students' questions. The afterword by Hillary Rodham Clinton explains that the story is based on the experiences of a real Ugandan child whose life changed because of the humanitarian efforts of The Heifer Project International. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163226-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163226-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mattie Stepanek read from his new book [Hope Through Heartsongs], published by Hyperion. A question and answer period followed the reading. Mattie Stepanek, age 11, has been writing poetry since he was three. He is the author of two other books, [Heartsongs] and [Journey Through Heartsongs.] In 2002, Mattie, who lives with a rare form of muscular dystrophy, became the national ambassador for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. After his presentation, he answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/170824-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/170824-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Selznick talked about the book he illustrated, [Amelia and Eleanor Go for a Ride: Based on a True Story], published by Scholastic Trade. He read the book which details a plane ride taken by the famous aviator and the first lady while at a 1933 dinner party at the White House. He also focused on his research for the illustrations. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153317-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153317-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Fleischman discussed his book [Phineas Gage: A Gruesome but True Story about Brain Science], published by Houghton Mifflin Company. In 1848, Phineas Gage, a railroad construction foreman, was blasting rock near Cavendish, Vermont. An accidental explosion caused a thirteen-pound iron rod to shoot through his brain. The iron rod entered below his left cheekbone and exited through the front of his skull. At the time, Gage seemed to completely recover from his mishap. He could walk, talk and work but his personality and demeanor seemed changed. Gage lived another eleven years and his story has become a textbook case in brain science. Photographs, drawings, a resource listing and an index help document the narrative. A question and answer period followed Mr. Fleischman's remarks. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171748-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/171748-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Curtis talked to children about his book [Bud, Not Buddy], published by Delacorte Press. Set in Michigan during the Great Depression, the book tells the story of 10 year old Bud's escape from an orphanage and his search for his father. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155175-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155175-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Gruwell and her students talked about their book [The Freedom Writers Diary]. The book is a collection of diary entries from their freshmen English class. They focused on how the book has changed their lives and their efforts to promote peace and tolerance throughout the country. After their prepared remarks they answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153376-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153376-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Professor Bloom read from his book, [Stories and Poems for Extremely Intelligent Children of All Ages], published by Scribner. The book is a collection of short stories and poems, mostly from 19th century writers, selected by Professor Bloom, with an introduction explaining his choices. He read poems by Lewis Carroll, A.C. Swinburne, William Morris, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Edward Arlington Robinson, Thomas Beddoes, and Christina Rossetti. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167147-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167147-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Kay Winters discusses her latest book for children [Abe Lincoln: The Boy Who Loved Books], published by Simon and Schuster. The picture book biography of the 16th president focuses on his education and his love of reading. It traces Abraham Lincoln's life from the one-room cabin where he was born to his career as a self-taught lawyer and politician. Dressed in a period costume, Mrs. Winters makes a presentation that includes a slide show and directed activities with the students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/170483-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/170483-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Holzer discussed with 5th graders the book he compiled and edited for young people [Abraham Lincoln, The Writer: A Treasury of His Greatest Speeches and Letters], published by Boyd Mills Press. This book has a collection of writings beginning with rhymes in the margins of young Abe's arithmetic book and ending with official and unofficial words from the presidential years. The introduction offers a brief look at Lincoln's life as a man who valued the power of words. Each excerpt is offered with an introduction of its own, providing readers with a historical perspective, and a context that gives meaning to the selection. Lincoln's writings include personal letters, notes on the law, excerpts from speeches, debates, and inaugural addresses, letters to parents of fallen soldiers, and telegrams to his family. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162513-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162513-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT The co-authors talked about their children's book, [1621: A New Look at Thanksgiving], published by National Geographic Society. They described the three-day feast shared by English colonists and Wampanoag people, the event that inspired what they call the "myth" of the first Thanksgiving. The authors and other panelists explained the historical context for Thanksgiving and tried to separate Thanksgiving fact from Thanksgiving fiction. They answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167420-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167420-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mattie Stepanek, the 11-year-old author of [HeartSongs], a collection of poems published by VSP Books in July 2001, was interviewed. He also read excerpts from his book at the Children's National Medical Center in Washington, DC where he is undergoing treatment for a rare form of muscular dystrophy. After the reading Ms. Barnes was interviewed about the publishing of Mattie's book. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165600-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/165600-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Panchyk discussed his book, [World War II for Kids: A History with 21 Activities], published by Chicago Review Press. The book describes the origins and history of World War II, from Hitler's rise to power in 1933 to the surrender of the Japanese in 1945. The author said it includes interviews with participants, excerpts from actual letters written to and from American and German troops, and personal anecdotes from Holocaust survivors. He described the 21 activities included with the book that illustrate for youth how it felt to live during the period. During his presentation, Mr. Panchyk explained his process for writing the book, read excerpts from documents from the time, and engaged in activities with young people from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155067-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/155067-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Codell talked about her book, [Educating Esme: The Diary of a Teacher's First year] published by Algonquin, about her first year teaching a first grade class in the inner city. She described her relationship with her students and the school administration. After her remarks she answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123531-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/123531-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Myers discussed his book [Bad Boy: A Memoir], published by HarperCollins Children's Books. The book is about his childhood while growing up in Harlem in the 1940s and 1950s. Mr. Myers said he had a reputation in school as a "bad boy" with a speech problem, but had a secret love of reading and writing. He also talked about the lack of books written by black authors for children, which was one of his motivations for writing books about black boys and communities like Harlem. Mr. Myers answered questions from members of the audience at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164587-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164587-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Adam Bagdasarian talked about the basis of his book, [Forgotten Fire], to a group of Armenian students. The novel is based on his great-uncle's experiences during the 1915 Armenian genocide with the book's main character, 12-year-old Vahan Kenderian, being based on the him. During the Armenian genocide, between one and one and half million Armenians were killed by the Ottoman Empire. Following his remarks, he answered questions from the students. Adam Bagdasarian is the author of [Forgotten Fire], published by Dorling Kindersley Publishing. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164160-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164160-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Bober talked about her book, [Countdown to Independence: A Revolution of Ideas in England and Her American Colonies: 1760-1776], published by Atheneum Books. The book focuses on the period beginning with the ascendance of George III to the throne of Great Britain and ending with the approval of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress. She described the social and political developments in Britain and in the colonies that led to the revolution. The author reviewed her research methods for writing books that attempt to "portray history through the eyes of the people who lived it." She described her use of original sources such as letters, diaries, and speeches and answered questions from the seventh grade students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167992-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167992-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Author and illustrator Ray talked about her biography, [Hokusai: The Man Who Painted a Mountain], published by Frances Foster Books, with third grade students from Albert Greenfield Elementary School. She told about the Japanese artist whose work influenced many French Impressionist painters. Hokusai produced over 30,000 works of art. The artist's famous woodcut, "The Great Wave off Kanagawa," is included in the book, and the endpapers feature reproduced drawings from Hokusai's sketchbooks. Ms. Ray also described the process of writing and illustrating children's books. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168289-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168289-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Carbone was interviewed about her book [Stealing Freedom], published by Alfred A. Knopf. The interview took place outside, and she pointed out several of the places on the farm that were featured in the book and talked about the daily lives of slaves. The book is a fictionalized account of the life of Ann Maria Weems, a slave who was born around 1841 in Maryland. She escaped in 1855 and traveled through the Underground Railroad to Canada. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/157634-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/157634-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Anderson discussed the life and writings of Laura Ingalls Wilder. He explained how the books showed life on the American frontier in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Mr. Anderson talked about his books and his original research. He showed slides as he traced Mrs. Wilder's life from her birth in 1897 to her childhood in Minnesota and South Dakota and her [Little House on the Prairie] books. He also responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/121803-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/121803-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Walker discussed her book for young adults [Fossil Fish Found Alive: Discovering the Coelacanth], published by Carolrhoda Books. Based on information from published sources and private interviews with research scientists, the book describes the rediscovery of the coelacanth, a fish previously believed to be extinct for 70 million years. Ms. Walker's account covers the coelacanth's appearance in 1938 in a fisherman's net, to specimens found within the last five years that have extended its range from Africa to Indonesia. Ms. Walker outlines research findings on what is known about coelacanth behavior and anatomy. The information is supported by color photographs and diagrams of the coelacanth. A question and answer period followed Ms. Walker's presentation. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172360-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/172360-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Yoder discusses her biography, [George Washington, the Writer,] with students. Saying that George Washington kept journals and diaries, wrote letters, prepared speeches, and official documents throughout his life. Ms. Yoder has selected writings that range from personal and familial to national in focus. Presented chronologically, the documents begin with a journal entry written at age sixteen and end with his last diary entry written the day before he died. She wrote introductions for each document that provide the historical, personal and political context in which it was written. Period engravings, etchings and portraits illustrate the volume. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162042-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162042-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Sly talked to a group of third graders about his book [How the U.S. Government Works]. He focused on the responsibilities of the different branches of government. Throughout his presentation students asked questions. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153831-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153831-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Dodson talked about her book, [The Mother-Daughter Book Club: How Ten Busy Mothers and Daughters Come Together to Talk, Laugh and Learn Through Their Love of Reading], published by Harper Collins. She focused on how she set up a reading club for mothers and their pre-teen daughters to foster closer relations and intellectual exchange. After her prepared remarks she answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153029-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/153029-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Adair discussed his biography for young adults, [Thomas Alva Edison: Inventing the Electronic Age], published by Oxford University Press, about the life, inventions, and business practices of Thomas Edison. He responded to questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/114801-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/114801-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Medearis is the author of [Seven Spools of Thread: A Kwanzaa Story], published by Albert Whitman & Co. Mrs. Bush turned the pages while Ms. Medearis, a noted storyteller, "told" several books while the children looked at the pictures. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162017-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/162017-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Former astronaut Mae Jemison talked about her autobiography written for young readers, [Find Where the Wind Goes: Moments From My Life,] published by Scholastic Press. Dr. Jemison, the first woman of color to travel into space, announced in kindergarten that she wanted to be a scientist. After attending Cornell Medical School in New York, she went to Sierra Leone to serve as Area Peace Corps Medical Officer for two and a half years. Returning to the United States to work as a doctor in Los Angeles, Dr. Jemison applied to NASA. In September 1992, she realized her dream to be an astronaut and served for six years. The book recounts her experiences, including her family life and the biases she encountered in pursuing her goals. After reading excerpts from her memoir, Dr. Jemison answered questions from the students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169292-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169292-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Ryan talked about several of her books for children. [Esperanza Rising] is the story of a young girl from a wealthy family in Mexico who is forced to move to a farm labor camp in California upon the death of her father. The story is based on the life of the author's grandmother, Esperanza, during the Great Depression. [Riding Freedom] is based on the true story of Charlotte Parkhurst, who disguised herself as a boy to run away from an orphanage. Charlotte grew up to become One-eyed Charley, a legendary stagecoach driver and the first woman to vote in a federal election. Ms. Ryan also talked about [The Flag We Love], [Amelia and Eleanor Go for a Ride], and [Mice and Beans]. Ms. Ryan's books are published by Scholastic Press. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167257-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167257-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Footage was shown of Walter Mays reading from J.K. Rowling's first book, [Harry Potter and the Sorceror's Stone], at the New York Is Book Country Festival. He is dressed as Harry Potter's friend Hagrid. Ms. Rowling spoke to an audience of journalists and children. She read briefly from her latest book, [Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban], following which she took questions from the audience. Afterwards, Ms. Rowling was shown signing copies of her book. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152987-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/152987-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Professor Celenza talked with a group of 3rd and 4th graders about her illustrated book, [The Farewell Symphony], published by Talewinds. The book tells the story behind The Farewell Symphony written by 18th century Austrian composer Franz Joseph Haydn. Haydn wrote the symphony in an attempt to persuade his employer, Prince Nicholas, to allow the court musicians to go home to their families after several months of performances at Esterhaza, the prince's summer palace. Ms. Celenza tells the story of the symphony, plays excerpts for the children, and talks with them about 18th century life. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161235-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/161235-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Harness talked with students about the process of writing and illustrating a children's book because she is both the writer and illustrator of all her books. She talked about her book, [Young Teddy Roosevelt], published by National Geographic Society, and about the early life of Theodore Roosevelt, Jr., from birth until he became the 26th president of the United States. Ms. Harness answered questions from a student audience at the beginning and at the end of the program. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164453-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164453-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Armstrong talked about her book [Theodore Roosevelt: Letters from a Young Coal Miner], part of the "Dear Mr. President" series published by Winslow Press. The book presents a portrait of the president through a correspondence with a fictional boy who represents an aspect of American life. Ms. Armstrong discussed the book with a class. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163381-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163381-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Schanzer was interviewed about her book [George vs. George: The Revolutionary War as Seen by Both Sides], published by National Geographic Library. This 64-page book is intended for grades 3-6. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184556-23 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184556-23 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Aaseng talked to students about his book, [Navaho Code Talkers], published by Walker and Company, and other books. He has written 150 books for children and young adults on sports, science, history, business, and other topics. He described the writing life, sharing anecdotes from his own experience. He explained how he got his first book contract and how he generates story ideas. He also discussed the art of telling stories and explored the differences between writing fiction and nonfiction, and described how books are made. Mr. Aaseng illustrated his talk with examples from several of his books and answered questions from the students. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163414-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/163414-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Lawlor talked with children about her young person's biography, [Helen Keller: Rebellious Spirit], published by Holiday House. The book describes the life of Helen Keller, who lost her sight and hearing when she was nineteen months old, and how she learned to read and write in 1887 when she was seven years old. The author talked about Helen's personality, her family, her struggles, and her fame. In a presentation for the students, Ms. Lawlor exhibited photographs of Helen at different stages of her life and an example of her early writing. She answered audience questions. Ms. Sorge, an instructor at the Hadley School for the Blind, explained the Braille alphabet to students and talked about the experience of being blind. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167072-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167072-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Rumford talked with seventh graders about his book [Traveling Man: The Journey of Ibn Battuta, 1325-1354], published Houghton Mifflin. Ibn Battuta was a 14th century explorer during a time when the world was generally believed to be flat. Born in Morocco and raised as a scholar, Ibn Battuta began his nomadic lifestyle at the age of twenty-one. Beginning in Tangier, he traveled to Morocco, China, Russia, Tanzania, and many other places on a trip that took more than thirty years and totaled 75,000 miles. Mr. Rumford retold Ibn Battuta's story in words, pictures and ancient Arab maps. The book is based on Battuta's actual reports to a Moroccan court secretary and Mr. Rumford's research about the languages, maps and the manner of travel during the era. Mr. Rumford also shared anecdotes on his first experiences writing and illustrating books for young people. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169294-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169294-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Madeleine Comora discussed the book she co-authored with Deborah Chandra, [George Washington's Teeth], published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. Through the use of rhyming verses, the book describes the founding father's dental problems. In the book, the co-authors note that by the time Washington was elected president, he had only two teeth left. An annotated timeline at the end of the book includes factual quotes regarding his teeth from Washington's letters and diaries, reproduced paintings set at various times during his "dental infirmity" and photographs of a pair of his dentures made from gold and carved hippopotamus ivory. Contrary to legend, Ms. Comora reveals, Washington never had wooden teeth. Following her remarks, Ms. Comora answered questions from members of the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/175969-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/175969-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Stacia Deutsch spoke to an audience of school children about her book, [Blast to the Past: Lincoln's Legacy], published by Simon and Schuster, about a modern-day class of elementary school children who traveled back in time to help President Lincoln make the decision to free the slaves. The book was the first in the [Blast to the Past] series which co-authored by Rhody Cohon. Following her remarks she answered questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185614-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/185614-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. and Mrs. Fradin spoke with children about their biography [Ida B. Wells: Mother of the Civil Rights Movement], published by Clarion Books/Houghton Mifflin. Ida B. Wells, an editor and journalist, was one of the country's earliest civil rights leaders. She helped found the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, campaigned against lynching and campaigned for voting rights for women. The authors also discussed how they research and write their books. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164325-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/164325-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Nathan discusses [Yankee Doodle Gals: Women Pilots of World War II], published by the National Geographic Society. The book tells the story of the Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs) who flew during World War II. They weren't allowed to fly in combat, but they contributed to the war effort in other ways -- doing test flights on repaired planes, playing the part of enemy pilots in training exercises, and towing targets through the sky to help ground troops with target practice. Ms. Nathan interviewed a number of former pilots while researching the book. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169833-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169833-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Seeger talked about his new book, [Pete Seeger's Storytelling Book], published by Harcourt. He was joined by musician David Bernz and his co-author, Paul DuBois Jacobs, whose grandfather collaborated with Pete Seeger on a number of songs. The book includes stories based on American history, legends, and songs, as well as some of Pete Seeger's own family stories. Pete Seeger, Paul DuBois Jacobs and David Bernz told stories from the book and led the audience in a sing-along. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167568-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/167568-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Brown talked about his nonfiction books for children. His most recent book is [A Voice from the Wilderness: Anna Howard Shaw] about suffragette Anna Howard Shaw, published by Houghton Mifflin. His earlier books include [Uncommon Traveler,] about early female explorer Mary Kingsley, and [One Giant Leap,] about astronaut Neil Armstrong. After discussing his books, Mr. Brown answered questions from members of the audience, students at Martin Avenue School. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169047-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/169047-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Mr. Adler, the author of over 150 children's books, discussed his book [A Picture Book of Abraham Lincoln], which follows the president from his childhood on the frontier to his assassination after the Civil War. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/125338-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/125338-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Raymer talked about the latest book in the "American Girls Collection", [Welcome to Kaya's World - 1764], published by Pleasant Company. The book describes the culture and experiences of Kaya, a fictional young Nez Perce girl from the 18th century. The heritage of the Nez Perce tribe, presently located in the Pacific Northwest, is presented through photographs, illustrations, and anecdotes. The narrative includes such topics as the methods for manufacturing clothing, games the children played, and the various ceremonies of the tribe. Ms. Raymer brought a number of replicas of Native American artifacts for demonstration and discussion purposes. She was joined by Kathy Borkowski, a research historian with the Pleasant Company. Following her presentation, Ms. Raymer responded to questions from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179324-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179324-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Clayton talked about and read excerpts from her book [Strange But True Civil War Stories], published by Lowell House. The children's book contains over two dozen little-known incidents of the Civil War, as well as a glossary, maps, and other tools for young readers. After her remarks she responded to questions and comments from the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/156091-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/156091-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT Ms. Giff talked about her book, [Nory Ryan's Song], published by Random House. The book describes life in 1845 Ireland during the Great Potato Famine through the eyes of a 12-year-old girl named Nory and is based on the stories of Ms. Giff's grandmother. Ms. Giff read from her book and answered questions from children in the audience. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159739-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/159739-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT The association announced the winners of several awards for children's literature. David Wiesner won the Caldecott Medal for children's book illustration for his new interpretation of [The Three Little Pigs]. Linda Sue Park won the Newbery Medal for children's literature for [A Single Shard], an historical novel set in 12th-century Korea. Other awards announced during the ceremony include the Coretta Scott King Award, the Michael L. Printz Award, and the Robert F. Sibert Award. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168389-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/168389-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT The American Library Association presented Newbery and Caldecott medals and other children's book awards to Christopher Paul Curtis, Brian Pinkney, Christopher Miers, Walter Dean Myers, Simms Tabak, Chris Crutcher, Anton Quintana, Alma Flora Ada, Carmen Lomas Garza and others. The authors were in the audience and not visible. http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154752-1 info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation) http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/154752-1 Sat, 22 Feb 2003 00:00:00 GMT