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Thomas B. Allen

Thomas B. Allen (1928–2004) was an American expressionist painter and illustrator known for his role in the rise of visual journalism in the 1950s and 1960s. Later in his career, he began illustrating children’s books such as The Chalk Box KidIn Coal Country, and Grandma’s General Store: The Ark.
Remember Pearl Harbor
Remember Valley Forge
The Chalk Box Kid
Harriet Tubman, Secret Agent
George Washington, Spymaster

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Remember Pearl Harbor
Remember Valley Forge
The Chalk Box Kid
Harriet Tubman, Secret Agent
George Washington, Spymaster

Books for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Every May we celebrate the rich history and culture of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders. Browse a curated selection of fiction and nonfiction books by AANHPI creators that we think your students will love. Find our full collection of titles for Higher Education here.

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