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Coretta Scott King Author Honor Books Books

Talkin' About Bessie
Talkin' About Bessie
Talkin' About Bessie
Talkin' About Bessie
Talkin' About Bessie
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Talkin' About Bessie
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Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1998

Talkin' About Bessie

By Nikki Grimes, E.B. Lewis (Illustrator)

Defy the odds and soar to new heights with a pioneering pilot.

48 pages· 5,020 words· Est. 39 min read-aloud
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Summary: In a world bound by Jim Crow laws, Bessie Coleman dreams of flying. Despite poverty, racism, and gender barriers, she is determined to become the first African-American female pilot. Her journey, told through powerful monologues, reveals a story of unwavering faith and resilience. Will Bessie achieve her dream and inspire generations to come?
The complete set

Coretta Scott King Author Honor Books Series

1 book · Published 1998

Talkin' About Bessie

Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1998

Defy the odds and soar to new heights with a pioneering pilot.

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Common Questions

How many books are in the Coretta Scott King Author Honor Books series?

There is one Coretta Scott King Author Honor Books book so far: Talkin' About Bessie.

What ages are the Coretta Scott King Author Honor Books books best for?

The series is best for ages 4–8, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

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The authors and illustrators who bring Coretta Scott King Author Honor Books to life.

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Nikki Grimes

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E.B. Lewis

Illustrator

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