Noah's Ark (Pinkney book) facts for kids
First edition cover of Noah's Ark
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| Author | Jerry Pinkney |
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| Illustrator | Jerry Pinkney |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature, mythology, picture book |
| Published | 2002 (SeaStar Books) |
| Media type | Print (hardback) |
| Pages | 32 (unpaginated) |
| ISBN | 9781587172014 |
| OCLC | 49305434 |
Noah's Ark is a famous children's book from 2002, created by the talented author and illustrator Jerry Pinkney. This book retells the classic biblical story of Noah's Ark. It covers everything from how Noah built the huge boat and gathered all the animals, to the great flood, and finally, the appearance of a beautiful rainbow.
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About the Book
Jerry Pinkney's Noah's Ark brings an ancient story to life with stunning pictures. The book tells the tale of Noah, who was chosen by God to build a giant ark. This ark would save his family and two of every kind of animal from a worldwide flood.
The Story of Noah's Ark
The story begins with Noah receiving a special message. He is told to build a massive boat, big enough to hold many creatures. Noah works hard, even when others might not understand his task.
Soon, animals from all over the world start to arrive at the ark. They come in pairs, ready to board the huge vessel. After everyone is safely inside, the rains begin. The flood covers the entire Earth.
After many days, the waters slowly go down. Noah sends out a dove to find dry land. When the dove returns with an olive branch, it's a sign that new life is possible. Finally, the ark lands on solid ground. As Noah and the animals leave the ark, a colorful rainbow appears in the sky. This rainbow is a promise of hope and new beginnings.
About Jerry Pinkney
Jerry Pinkney (1939–2021) was an American artist known for his amazing illustrations in children's books. He illustrated over 100 books during his career. Pinkney was famous for his detailed and realistic drawings, often using watercolors and pencils. His work often focused on African American history and folklore, as well as classic tales like Noah's Ark. He won many awards for his art.
Awards and Recognition
Noah's Ark by Jerry Pinkney has received several important awards. These awards show how much people appreciated the book's artwork and storytelling.
- 2002 Sydney Taylor Book Award for Younger Readers - Honor
- 2003 Caldecott Medal - honor
- 2004 ALA Notable Children's Recording
What is the Caldecott Medal?
The Caldecott Medal is one of the most famous awards for children's books in the United States. It is given each year to the artist who created the most outstanding American picture book for children. Winning a Caldecott Honor, like Noah's Ark did, means the book was a strong runner-up for the main award. It shows the book has truly special illustrations.
Other Honors
The Sydney Taylor Book Award recognizes books that authentically portray the Jewish experience. The "Honor" means Noah's Ark was highly praised in this category. The ALA Notable Children's Recording award highlights excellent audio versions of children's books. This means the audiobook of Noah's Ark was also considered top-quality.
