I Lay My Stitches Down(1stEdition) Poems of American Slavery by Cynthia Grady, MicheleWood Hardcover, 34 Pages, Published 2012 by Eerdmans Books For Young Readers ISBN-13: 978-0-8028-5386-8, ISBN: 0-8028-5386-2
"This rich and intricate collection of poems chronicles the various experiences of American slaves. Drawn together through imagery drawn from quilting and fiber arts, each poem is spoken from a different perspective: a house slave, a mother losing her daughter to the auction block, a blacksmith, a slave fleeing on the Underground Railroad.This moving and eloquent set of poems, brought to life by vivid and colorful artwork from Michele Wo ..."
I See the Rhythm(1stEdition) by Toyomi Igus, MicheleWood Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2005 by Lee & Low Books Inc ISBN-13: 978-0-89239-212-4, ISBN: 0-89239-212-6
"From Michele Wood and Toyomi Ingus, the award-winning artist and author of Going Back Home, comes their second book, i see the rhythm, a uniquely visual and poetic introduction to the history of African American music. Beginning with the roots of black music in Africa and continuing on to contemporary hip hop, i see the rhythm takes us on a musical journey through time. We are invited to feel the rhythm of work songs on a southern plant ..."
I See the Rhythm(1stEdition) (Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Winner) by Toyomi Igus, MicheleWood Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 1998 by Children's Book Press ISBN-13: 978-0-89239-151-6, ISBN: 0-89239-151-0
"I See the Rhythm is a unique visual and poetic introduction to the history of African-American music. Beginning with the roots of black music in Africa and continuing on to contemporary hip hop, "I See the Rhythm" takes young readers on a musical journey through time. They are invited to feel the rhythm of work songs on a Southern plantation, see the rhythm of jazz from a balcony in New Orleans, dance to the rhythm of swing at the Savoy ..."
Going Back Home(1stEdition) An Artist Returns to the South by Toyomi Igus, MicheleWood Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2004 by Children's Book Press ISBN-13: 978-0-89239-197-4, ISBN: 0-89239-197-9
"More than half a century after her family moved north to find a better life, African American artist Michele Wood returned to the south to see and feel the land where her ancestors lived. Going Back Home presents a series of her paintings inspired by this personal journey. Through her complex and richly patterned art, Wood places herself back in history, imagining the struggles of her ancestors to overcome hardship through family love a ..."
Christmas Soul(1stEdition) African American Holiday Stories by Allison Samuels, MicheleWood Hardcover, 48 Pages, Published 2001 by Jump At The Sun ISBN-13: 978-0-7868-0521-1, ISBN: 0-7868-0521-8
"With original stories by Debbie Allen, Halle Berry, Jamie Foxx, Whitney Houston, D.L. Hughley, Monica, and more. In this collection of poignant and witty original stories, African American celebrities recount their favorite childhood Christmas memories. Accompanied by evocative oil pintings, these stories will illuminate the holidays for years to come. A portion of the proceeds for Christmas Soul will be donated to The United Negro Coll ..."
"This book provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the practice and results of art therapy in palliative care. It includes first-hand accounts from both therapists and clients in a variety of palliative care settings including:- * hospices and hospitals * patients own homes * prisons (AIDS patients) * adolescent griefwork groupsThese case studies include examples of client art work and illustrate clearly how art therapy c ..."
Going Back Home(1stEdition) An Artist Returns to the South by Toyomi Igus, MicheleWood Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 1997 by Children's Book Press ISBN-13: 978-0-89239-137-0, ISBN: 0-89239-137-5
"More than half a century after her family moved North to find a better life, African American artist Michele Wood returned to the South to see and feel the land where her ancestors lived. In her first book for children, Going Back Home, Wood presents her paintings inspired by this personal journey. Michele Wood collaborated with author Toyomi Igus to interpret her visual images and family stories. Igus' moving text draws on African Amer ..."
"This remarkable collection highlights the art and inspirational paths of 14 outstanding artists who, over the course of 20 years, have shared their art and lives with children. Each spread comprises a self-portrait, as well as the artist's personal story and reflections on what their art means to them. Color photos."
"The International Handbook of Art Therapy in Palliative and Bereavement Care offers a multicultural and international perspective on how art therapy can be of help to individuals, groups, families, communities, and nations facing death and dying as well as grief and loss. Over 50 art therapists from around the world write about the transforming power of art therapy in the lives of those facing terminal illness, dementia, loss, and grief ..."
"The International Handbook of Art Therapy in Palliative and Bereavement Care offers a multicultural and international perspective on how art therapy can be of help to individuals, groups, families, communities, and nations facing death and dying as well as grief and loss. Over 50 art therapists from around the world write about the transforming power of art therapy in the lives of those facing terminal illness, dementia, loss, and grief ..."
"In the previous chapters I have outlined what art therapy is and have described
the principles of palliative care. In this chapter I will look directly at how art
therapists have used their skills in providing care for those who are physically ill
or dying. I shall begin by saying something of how art therapy developed in this
area, before going on to outline its benefits to palliative care. Some mention will
also be made of issues ..."
Food Authenticity and Traceability(1stEdition) (Woodhead Publishing Series in Food Science, Technology and Nutrition) by Michele Lees, Woodhead Publishing Hardcover, 400 Pages, Published 2003 by Woodhead Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-85573-526-2, ISBN: 1-85573-526-1