This picture book biography introduces readers to an inspiration. Born into slavery in 1948, Mary Walker lived to be 121 years old. She witnessed major historical moments while working and raising a family, and at the age of 116, Mary achieved her dream of learning to read.
On sale: January 7, 2020
Age: 4-8 years
Grade: Preschool - 3
Page count: 40 Pages
ISBN: 9781524768287
Reading level: Lexile: AD830L | Fountas/Pinnell: P
Rita Lorraine Hubbard is the author of a number of nonfiction books for adults and runs the children's book review site Picture Book Depot. She is the author of
Hammering for Freedom: The Story of William Lewis, which was awarded the New Voices Award by Lee & Low Books and has received three starred reviews. Ms. Hubbard lives in Chattanooga, Tennessee. You can find her online at ritahubbard.com.
Oge Mora is the author/illustrator of
Thank You, Omu! which won a Caldecott Honor as well as the Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Award. It was also selected as a
New York Times Book Review Editors' Choice Staff Pick and was chosen by both
Publishers Weekly and
School Library Journal as a Best Book of 2018. Visit her at ogemora.com.
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Inspiring" —
The Wall Street Journal “A lovely, inspirational picture-book biography about
beating the odds and
achieving your dreams.”
—Booklist, starred review
"Walker’s determination and her long, long life—she died at 121—offer
genuine inspiration.” —
Publishers Weekly, starred review
“
Enjoy this book with every child you know; let Mary Walker become a household name.” —
Kirkus Reviews, starred review
“An absorbing narrative and excellent illustrations combine to create a
moving story of encouragement for youngsters.” —
School Library Journal, starred review
“
A riveting portrait of a strong-willed American icon.” —
BookPage, starrred review
