BIBLIO is the largest independent book marketplace in the world, with over 100 million books.

Skip to content

Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon
Stock photo: cover may vary

Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon Hardback - 2020

by Kelly Lyons; Laura Freeman Hines (Illustrator)

Add to wish list

Reader reviews for Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon

From the publisher

You've seen the building. Now meet the man whose life went into it.

Philip Freelon's grandfather was an acclaimed painter of the Harlem Renaissance. His father was a successful businessman who attended the 1963 March on Washington. When Phil decided to attend architecture school, he created his own focus on African American and Islamic designers. He later chose not to build casinos or prisons, instead concentrating on schools, libraries, and museums--buildings that connect people with heritage and fill hearts with joy. And in 2009, Phil's team won a commission that let him use his personal history in service to the country's: the extraordinary Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon celebrates a contemporary black STEAM role model, a man whose quiet work enabled the creation of an iconic building reflecting America's past and future. With a stirring text by Kelly Starling Lyons, vibrant pictures by Laura Freeman, and an afterword from Philip Freelon himself, it is sure to inspire the next generation of dreamers and builders.

Details

  • Title Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon
  • Author Kelly Lyons; Laura Freeman Hines (Illustrator)
  • Binding Hardback
  • Pages 40
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Lee & Low Books
  • Publication date 2020-01-14
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Bibliography, Dust Cover, Illustrated
  • ISBN 9781620149553 / 1620149559
  • Weight 1.1 lbs (0.50 kg)
  • Dimensions 9.3 x 11.2 x 0.4 in (23.62 x 28.45 x 1.02 cm)
  • Age range 04 to 09 years
  • Grade levels P - 4
  • Reading level 810
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: 21st Century
    • Chronological Period: 1950-1999
    • Ethnic Orientation: African American
    • Topical: Black History
  • Category Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction
  • Library of Congress subjects Architects - United States, African American architects
  • Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2019028043
  • Dewey Decimal Code B

Media reviews

Citations

  • Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks, 04/01/2020, Page 0
  • Horn Book Magazine, 03/01/2020, Page 104
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 01/01/2020, Page 0
  • Kirkus Reviews, 12/01/2019, Page 193
  • School Library Journal, 01/01/2020, Page 92

About the author

Kelly Starling Lyons is the author of multiple award-winning picture books and chapter books, most recently Sing a Song: How "Lift Every Voice and Sing" Inspired Generations, illustrated by Keith Mallett, and the Jada Jones series, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley Newton. Like Philip Freelon, Kelly grew up in Pennsylvania in a family that prized creativity, and now lives in North Carolina with a family of her own. Please visit her website at kellystarlinglyons.com and follow her on Twitter at @kelstarly.

Laura Freeman has illustrated more than thirty picture books, including the picture-book edition of Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterly, which won both the NAACP Image Award and a Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor Award, and Jazz Baby and Bedtime Fun, both published by Lee & Low's Bebop Books imprint. Laura lives near Atlanta, Georgia, and you can find her on the web at lfreemanart.com.

More Copies for Sale

Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon
Stock photo: cover may vary

Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon

by Lyons, Kelly

  • Used
  • Very good
  • Hardback
Condition
Very good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9781620149553 / 1620149559
Quantity available
6
Seller
Item price
A$9.53
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Lee & Low Books, 2020. Hardcover. Very Good. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$9.53
Free Delivery to USA
Dream Builder : The Story of Architect Philip Freelon

Dream Builder : The Story of Architect Philip Freelon

by Kelly Starling Lyons

  • Used
  • Good
  • Hardback
Condition
Good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9781620149553 / 1620149559
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$9.53
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Lee & Low Books, Incorporated, 2020. Hardcover. Good. Disclaimer:Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$9.53
Free Delivery to USA
Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon

Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon

by Lyons

  • Used
  • Very good
  • Hardback
Condition
Very good
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9781620149553 / 1620149559
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$9.53
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Lee & Low Books, Incorporated, 2020. Hardcover. Very Good. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.Dust jacket quality is not guaranteed.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$9.53
Free Delivery to USA
Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon
Stock photo: cover may vary

Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon

by Kelly Lyons

  • Used
  • Very good
Condition
Very good
Edition
Standard Edition
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9781620149553 / 1620149559
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$10.55
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Lee & Low Books. Standard Edition. Very Good. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$10.55
Free Delivery to USA
Dream Builder
Stock photo: cover may vary

Dream Builder

by Lyons

  • Used
Condition
Used
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9781620149553 / 1620149559
Quantity available
4
Seller
Item price
A$10.94
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Lee & Low Books, Incorporated. Used - Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$10.94
Free Delivery to USA
Dream Builder
Stock photo: cover may vary

Dream Builder

by Lyons

  • Used
Condition
Used
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9781620149553 / 1620149559
Quantity available
3
Seller
Item price
A$10.94
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Lee & Low Books, Incorporated. Used - Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$10.94
Free Delivery to USA
Dream Builder
Stock photo: cover may vary

Dream Builder

by Lyons

  • Used
Condition
Used
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9781620149553 / 1620149559
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$10.94
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Lee & Low Books, Incorporated. Used - Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$10.94
Free Delivery to USA
Dream Builder
Stock photo: cover may vary

Dream Builder

by Lyons

  • Used
Condition
Used
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9781620149553 / 1620149559
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$10.94
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Lee & Low Books, Incorporated. Used - Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$10.94
Free Delivery to USA
Dream Builder
Stock photo: cover may vary

Dream Builder

by Lyons,Kelly

  • Used
  • Hardback
Condition
New
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9781620149553 / 1620149559
Quantity available
2
Seller
Item price
A$11.55
A$6.50 Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Lee & Low Books, January 2020. Hardcover. Used-like new/No Jacket. Books come from bookstore with minimal wear unless noted.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$11.55
A$6.50 Delivery to USA
Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon
Stock photo: cover may vary

Dream Builder: The Story of Architect Philip Freelon

by Kelly Lyons

  • Used
  • Hardback
Condition
Used
Edition
Standard Edition
Binding
Hardcover
ISBN 10 / ISBN 13
9781620149553 / 1620149559
Quantity available
1
Seller
Item price
A$12.40
Free Delivery to USA

Show details

Description:
Lee & Low Books, 2020-01-14. Standard Edition. hardcover. Used: Good. 11.00x0.25x9.25. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy.
Add to wish list
Item price
A$12.40
Free Delivery to USA