What began as a spiritual has developed into one of America’s best-known songs, and now for the first time it appears as a picture book, masterfully created by award-winning artist Kadir Nelson.Through sublime landscapes and warm images of a boy and his family, Kadir has created a dazzling, intimate interpretation, one that rejoices in the connectedness of people and nature.

Inspired by the song’s simple message, Kadir sought to capture the joy of living in and engaging with the world. Most importantly, he wished to portray the world as a child might see it—vast and beautiful.

Product details

Age Range: 4 - 8 years
Grade Level: Preschool - 3
Lexile Measure: AD170L (What's this?)
Hardcover: 32 pages
Publisher: Dial Books; First Printing edition (August 8, 2005)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0803728506
ISBN-13: 978-0803728509
Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 0.4 x 10.4 inches

HE’S GOT THE WHOLE WORLD IN HIS HANDS