Written By: Julius Lester
Illustrated By: Jerry Pinkney
This book was an African American folktale about the life of John Henry. It discussed how he grew so big and fast, was very strong, and was very speedy. It told about him winning bets about speed. He was able to run faster than a man riding on a horse and John Henry was also able to break through a mountain that dynamite wouldn't break through. The reader is able to learn about the famous story of John Henry's race against a steam engine using two 20lb. sledge hammers. This book would be great to use when teaching about exaggerations, folktales, or tall tales. It would also be great to use along with other tales such as Pecos Bill, Paul Bunyan, and Johnny Appleseed. Syudents really love this story.
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