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Tar BeachIllus. in full color. "Ringgold recounts the dream adventure of eight year old Cassie Louise Lightfoot, who flies above her apartment building rooftop, the 'tar beach' of the title, looking down on 1939 Harlem. Part autobiographical, part fictional, this allegorical tale sparkles with symbolic and historical references central to African American culture. The spectacular artwork resonates with color and texture. Children will delight in the universal
Illus. in full color. "Ringgold recounts the dream adventure of eight-year-old Cassie Louise Lightfoot, who flies above her apartment-building rooftop, the 'tar beach' of the title, looking down on 1939 Harlem. Part autobiographical, part fictional, this allegorical tale sparkles with symbolic and historical references central to African-American culture. The spectacular artwork resonates with color and texture. Children will delight in the universal dream of mastering one's world by flying over it. A practical and stunningly beautiful book."--(starred) Horn Book.Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published: 01/16/1991
ISBN: 9780517580301
Pages: 32
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 12.20h x 9.50w x 0.60d
Award: Caldecott Medal - Honor Book
Review Citations: ALA Best Books Young Adults 01/01/1992 pg. 1367
Booklist Ed Choice Youth 01/01/1992 pg. 875
Booklist 02/01/1992 pg. 1037
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/1991 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style
Publishers Weekly 12/07/1990
School Library Journal 02/01/1991
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 6144 / Tar Beach
Reading Level: 3.4 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5
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★★★★★ 5
Solid quality
Color: Beige, Color: Beige
Great quality—very sturdy with fine craftsmanship. The color is lovely, and it looks quite high-end overall.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Really nice, have them all over my house.
Color: Black
I really like these, they're good quality, good price, and I have them everywhere I have tissues in my home. They look elegant and are easy to keep clean by wiping down and really look so much better than your typical tissue box.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2026
★★★★★ 4
looks good
Color: Beige
These look, classy tissue box fits in it well. Look so much better than a plain box. Price was a little higher than I think it should be. But overall, very happy with it.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Beautiful home upgrade
Color: Beige
This is the home upgrade you didn’t know you needed. Makes it look so much more elevated. The coverage, durability, and thickness is great. It makes the tissues look way more discreet and is a great value for your money
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Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2026
★★★★★ 5
No More Lost Remotes - I love this thing...
Color: Black
Absolutely love this remote control holder! It keeps all my remotes organized in one place and easy to access. Everything fits perfectly in the compartments without feeling crowded. The holder is sturdy, well-made, and looks great on my nightstand. Definitely a great purchase!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2026
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