Langston Hughes: Harlem Renaissance Writer

by David H. Anthony, Stephanie Kuligowski

Overview

Langston Hughes is often thought of as one of the greatest and most influential African American authors. This fascinating and inspiring biography will have readers enthralled by the life of Hughes as they learn how he became known as the voice of the Harlem Renaissance. Featuring lively images, photos, and captivating facts, this book allows readers to gain insight into how the Civil Rights Movement had an effect on Hughes' life and writing as well as important movements in the Harlem Renaissance like jazz, poetry, music, and clubs. The easy-to-read, supportive text works in conjunction with the accessible glossary and index to give readers the tools they may need to better understand the content and vocabulary.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781433315206
Publisher:	Teacher Created
Publication date:	08/15/2011
Series:	Social Studies: Informational Text
Edition description:	First Edition
Pages:	32
Sales rank:	694,264
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.30(d)
Lexile:	710L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 10 Years

About the Author

Stephanie Herweck Paris has been in education for over 15 years. She has indulged her passion for education by spending time as an elementary classroom teacher, an elementary school computer and technology specialist, an educational activist, and an author of numerous resources for Shell Education and Teacher Created Materials.