From bestselling, award-winning creators Renée Watson and Bryan
Collier comes a stunningly crafted picture book chronicling the life of
poet and activist Maya Angelou.
This unforgettable picture book introduces young readers to the life and
work of Maya Angelou, whose words have uplifted and inspired generations
of readers. The author of the celebrated autobiography I Know Why the
Caged Bird Sings, Maya was the first Black person and first woman to
recite a poem at a presidential inauguration, and her influence echoes
through culture and history. She was also the first Black woman to
appear on the United States quarter.
Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Award winner Renée Watson
uses Angelou's beloved medium of poetry to lyrically chronicle her rich
life in a deeply moving narrative. Vivid and striking collage art by
Caldecott Honor recipient and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award
winner Bryan Collier completes this unforgettable portrait of one of the
most important American artists in history.
Maya's momma was right.
Maya was a preacher, a teacher.
A Black girl whose voice
chased away darkness, ushered in light.