^ a b 'Marvelous Cornelius: Hurricane Katrina and the Spirit of New Orleans'.Louisiana Young Readers Choice Award, Grades 3-5 Marvelous Cornelius Phil Bildner Marvelous Cornelius Hurricane Katrina and the Spirit of New Orleans Pub. International Literacy Association, Teacher's Choices Reading ListĪssociation of Indiana School Library Educators' Read Alouds Too-Good-To-Miss Margaret Wise Brown Prize in Children's Literature Golden Kite Award for Picture Book Illustrationīank Street College of Education Best Books of 2016Ĭhildren's Book Council's Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People, K–2

Parents’ Choice Book Awards for Picture Books īeyond popular media, Marvelous Cornelius has also been discussed in academic circles to review the stories told to children about working-class Americans and tragedy. Marvelous Cornelius received a starred review from Shelf Awareness, as well as positive reviews from Kirkus, School Library Journal, Booklist, USA Today. While some reviews discussed how the book served as a 'stirring story of resilience in the face of adversity' or a 'fine tribute to an unsung African-American hero,' others noted that the book 'mphasize the vibrant life before Hurricane Katrina and makes the impact of the terrible flood.' Marvelous Cornelius was met with praise, applauding the message of the impact of individuals' efforts. The book, which is based on a true story, follows Cornelius after he cleans up New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina. The author of many picture books and novels, including Marvelous Cornelius: Hurricane Katrina and the Spirit of New Orleans, The Soccer Fence: A Story of Friendship, Hope, and Apartheid in South Africa, and the acclaimed coming-of-age story A High Five for Glenn Burke, he speaks at numerous schools and libraries every year. Marvelous Cornelius: Hurricane Katrina and the Spirit of New Orleans is a semi-biographical picture book written by Phil Bildner, illustrated by John Parra, and published Augby Chronicle Books.

Marvelous Cornelius by Phil Bildner