num_pages: 32
description: This classic and award-winning picture book was written and illustrated by the celebrated Vera B. Williams and was named a Caldecott Honor Book by the American Library Association. "A tender knockout . . . it's rare to find much vitality, spontaneity, and depth of feeling in such a simple, young book."—Kirkus ReviewsAfter their home is destroyed by a fire, Rosa, her mother, and grandmother save their coins to buy a really comfortable chair for all to enjoy. A Chair for My Mother has sold more than a million copies and is an ideal choice for reading and sharing at home and in the classroom. "A superbly conceived picture book expressing the joyful spirit of a loving family."—The Horn BookSupports the Common Core State Standards
language: English
title: A Chair for My Mother
titlecomplete: A Chair for My Mother
genres: Realistic Fiction, Cultural, Childrens, Money, Poverty, Picture Books, Mathematics, Fiction, Classics, Family
ratings_count: 25870
series: The Rosa Books
awards: awardedAt: 410256000000
name: Caldecott Medal, awardedAt: 441792000000
name: The Other Award
publisher: Greenwillow Books