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Jerry Pinkney is one of the most celebrated children's book illustrators of all time. Having illustrated more than 100 books, Jerry won numerous awards including multiple Caldecott medals and Corretta Scott King Illustrator Awards and Honors before his passing. Gloria Pinkney, Jerry's wife, creative partner, and best friend for more than 60 years, joins us to talk about Jerry's life, talent, and his relentless drive to show young readers and those with learning disabilities how he became an artist—against the odds.
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Jerry Pinkney is one of the most celebrated children's book illustrators of all time. Having illustrated more than 100 books, Jerry won numerous awards including multiple Caldecott medals and Corretta Scott King Illustrator Awards and Honors before his passing. Gloria Pinkney, Jerry's wife, creative partner, and best friend for more than 60 years, joins us to talk about Jerry's life, talent, and his relentless drive to show young readers and those with learning disabilities how he became an artist—against the odds.

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