He's Got the Whole World in His Hands Religious Holidays & Celebrations - Easter & Lent Each poem is paired with

Each poem is paired with one-of-a-kind art from today's most exciting African American illustrators--including Pat Cummings

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He's Got the Whole World in His Hands Religious Holidays & Celebrations - Easter & Lent Each poem is paired withWhat began as a spiritual has developed into one of Americas best known songs, and now for the first time it appears as a picture book, masterfully created by award winning artist Kadir Nelson. Through sublime landscapes and warm images of a boy and his family, Kadir has created a dazzling, intimate interpretation, one that rejoices in the connectedness of people and nature. Inspired by the songs simple message, Kadir sought to capture the joy of