I am Oprah Winfrey
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Picture Book · Ages 5–9 · 2021 · Est. 11 min read-aloud

I am Oprah Winfrey

Written by Brad Meltzer · Illustrated by Christopher Eliopoulos

Part of the Ordinary People Change the World series

Discover how childhood struggles shaped Oprah into a media icon.

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40 pages· 1,329 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud· 650L
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Bookroo's summary

Explore Oprah Winfrey's journey from a challenging childhood to becoming the 'Queen of All Media.' This engaging biography reveals how her early life fueled her drive and authenticity. With a timeline, photos, and charming illustrations, young readers will uncover the traits that made Oprah a role model. What inspired her resilience and success? Dive into her story and find out!

From the publisher

Deeply influential cultural icon Oprah Winfrey is the twenty-fifth hero in this New York Times bestselling picture book biography series. (Cover may vary) This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made our heroes great–the traits that kids can aspire to in order to live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of an icon in a lively, conversational way that works well for the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero’s childhood influences. At the back are an excellent timeline and photos. This book features critically acclaimed talk show host Oprah Winfrey, who used her struggles in childhood as motivation to become Queen of All Media. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: - A timeline of key events in the hero’s history - Photos that bring the story more fully to life - Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable - Childhood moments that influenced the hero - Facts that make great conversation-starters - A virtue this person embodies: Oprah Winfrey’s authenticity shines in this. You’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
1,329
Reading age
5–9
Audience
Picture
Lexile
650L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.7
F&P level
~P
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
513526
Publication
Published
October 19, 2021
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780593405826

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