Sarah E.Goode was one of the first African-American women to get a U.S. patent. Working in her husband's furniture store, she recognized a need for a multi-use bed and through hard work, ingenuity, and determination, invented her unique cupboard bed. She built more than a piece of furniture. She built a life far away from slavery, a life where her sweet dreams could come true.
Vivian Kirkfield: Vivian Kirkfield has a master's degree in Early Childhood Education and taught kindergarten in New York City. Sweet Dreams, Sarah is her first picture book. For more information about her, go to viviankirkfield.com
Chris Ewald: Chris Ewald studied art at the Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. He works on digital games and animation which is showcased on his website, chrisewald.carbonmade.com.
Sarah Goode never had the chance to go to school, but she was determined to solve problems using only her imagination. She drew, then built her own invention. Could she patent it?African-American historyWomen's historyDiversity titleProblem-solving and determinationInspiring true storyPromotion on author's and illustrator's websiteBlog tour on nonfiction sitesPromotion on Creston Books' website, facebook page, and twitterPromotion at ALA, NCTE, NCIBA, TLA, regional conferences, nErDcamps, SCBWI conferences
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