Action Jackson

Written by Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan. Illustrated by Robert Andrew Parker. Published by Roaring Brook Press/The Millbrook Press.

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About

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Greenberg and Jordan capture Jackson Pollock's spirit and artistic style through succinct narrative and purposeful words. Detailed source notes enrich this informational picture book, which superbly portrays a brief period in Pollock's life. Parker's watercolor illustrations splash out of their frames, reflecting the action and movement for which Pollock is renowned.

Awards Won

Title Year
Sibert Seal Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal

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The Sibert Award honors the most distinguished informational book published in English in the preceding year for its significant contribution to children’s literature.
2003 - Honor(s)