Young, Gifted and Black
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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018 · Est. 1.5 hour read-aloud

Young, Gifted and Black

Written by Jamia Wilson · Illustrated by Andrea Pippins

Discover 52 icons who changed the world and inspire future generations to dream big.

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64 pages· 10,023 words· Est. 1.5 hour read-aloud· 1110L
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Bookroo's summary

Explore the lives of 52 influential figures, from Martin Luther King Jr. to Serena Williams, in a vibrant collection celebrating black leaders and trailblazers. This book empowers readers to dream and achieve, showcasing the courage and talent of icons who shaped history. Will their stories inspire the next generation of changemakers?

From the publisher

Meet 52 icons of color from the past and present in this celebration of inspirational achievement - from figureheads, leaders and pioneers such as Martin Luther King, Nelson Mandela and Rosa Parks, to cultural trailblazers and sporting heroes, including Stevie Wonder, Oprah Winfrey and Serena Williams. Strong, courageous, talented and diverse, these extraordinary men and women’s achievements will inspire a new generation to chase their dream … whatever it may be.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
64
Words
10,023
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
1110L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
7.4
F&P level
~Z
AR points
2
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
502224
Publication
Published
February 1, 2018
First published
January 1, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781786031587

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