Summary
Perfect for classroom sharing and back to school, this poignant picture book based on a true story celebrates a beloved teacher and his commitment to making sure all kids feel welcome in his classroom.
From art to science, history to math, there are so many things to learn at school! But Mr. Gill’s students are most interested in learning about the empty chair that sits in the front of their classroom. He tells them a story from his childhood about his Black best frie…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780316552691 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0316552690 |
| Author: | Dan Gill, Susan Gal |
| Publisher: | Little, Brown & Company |
| Imprint: | Little, Brown Young Readers |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 12 August 2025 |
| Weight: | 420g |
| Dimensions: | 284mm x 224mm x 10mm |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
“This message is more important than ever.” –NEA Today
“Brightly illustrated with evocative, active pictures by Susan Gal, “No More Chairs” is a powerful story of moral courage written in simple, clear language without preaching or polemics.“–The Washington Post
* “Gill draws from his own childhood in this affecting dual-timeline story about acceptance….Gal’s digitally assembled pencil, ink, and watercolor illustrations layer scribbly lines to envisage a radiant, rainbow-hued kaleidoscopic style that supports the book’s thematic thrust.”–Publisher’s Weekly, starred review
* “This potent story reminds those with privilege that they can–indeed, must–take a stand….Gal’s scribbly mixed-media illustrations are a visual feast, using richly saturated colors to emphasize emotion. An affecting and moving conversation starter on what it means to be an ally–and a friend.”–Kirkus, starred review
“Gal’s bright, expressive illustrations beautifully capture the era…. A timeless and essential read that delivers a powerful message.”–SLJ
About The Author
Dan Gill
Daniel Gill was a social studies teacher at Glenfield Middle School for over 50 years. He lives in New Jersey with his family. No More Chairs is his first picture book.
Susan Gal is an illustrator and picture book author. She is an award-winning illustrator of several picture books, including Welcoming Elijah: A Passover Tale with a Tail by Leslea Newman, winner of both the Sydney Taylor Book Award and the National Jewish Book Award, and The Tower of Life: How Yaffa Eliach Rebuilt Her Town in Stories and Photographs by Chana Stiefel, recipient of the Sydney Taylor Book Award and Robert F. Sibert Honor. Susan lives in Berkeley, California with her family.
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