Marian Anderson

by Laura K. Murray

Overview

How much do you know about Marian Anderson? Find out the facts you need to know about this singer. You’ll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781977132086
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2021
Series:	Biographies
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	590L (what's this?)
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

About the Author

Laura K. Murray is the Minnesota-based author of more than 80 published or forthcoming books for young readers. Her creative writing and poetry have been featured in River Valley Woman, The Talking Stick, Mankato Poetry Walk & Ride, and elsewhere. She loves learning from her readers and helping them find their reading superpowers! Visit her at LauraKMurray.com.

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Editorial Reviews

11/01/2021

Gr 1–3—These volumes introduce readers to a variety of Americans from the past. Philo T. Farnsworth was an inventor forced to prove in court that he invented the television. Ida B. Wells was a reformer and the first Black American woman to own a newspaper. Marian Anderson was a singer who achieved fame despite the obstacles she faced due to racial prejudice. Susan La Flesche Picotte is considered the first Native American doctor and committed her skills to helping other Native Americans. Basic data is provided such as when and place of birth, schooling, and career paths. Photographs of the subjects accompany the texts. Intended as introductions for young readers, these narratives are far from comprehensive, yet they provide enough information to pique further interest. The volume on Picotte will be of value as there are few works on her while the others are frequently found in children's biographies. VERDICT Serviceable introductions to Americans of note, these volumes should be purchased based on need.

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