Talkin' About Bessie
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1998 · Est. 39 min read-aloud

Talkin' About Bessie

Written by Nikki Grimes · Illustrated by E.B. Lewis

Part of the Coretta Scott King Author Honor Books series

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

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48 pages· 5,020 words· Est. 39 min read-aloud· 1050L
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Bookroo's 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?

From the publisher

Soar along with Bessie Coleman in this inspirational tale of a woman whose determination reached new heights.

Elizabeth “Bessie” Coleman was always being told what she could & couldn’t do. In an era when Jim Crow laws and segregation were a way of life, it was not easy to survive. Bessie didn’t let that stop her. Although she was only 11 when the Wright brothers took their historic flight, she vowed to become the first African -American female pilot. Her sturdy faith and determination helped her overcome obstacles of poverty, racism, and gender discrimination. Innovatively told through a series of monologues.

Awards

Coretta Scott King Award (2003)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Words
5,020
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
1050L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
6.1
F&P level
~Y
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
67497
Publication
Published
November 1, 2002
First published
January 1, 1998
Publisher
Orchard Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780439352437

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