Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by
Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women
who spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Marian
Anderson!
When renowned classical singer Marian Anderson wasn't allowed to sing at
a theater in Washington, DC, because she was Black, First Lady Eleanor
Roosevelt invited her to sing at the Lincoln Memorial, at a concert
attended by thousands of people. Marian went on to sing around the world
on behalf of the UN and the US State Department, and as a part of the
Civil Rights Movement, she also performed at the March on Washington.
She went on to win many awards, including the first ever Presidential
Medal of Freedom and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award--and she
inspired countless people along the way.
In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Katheryn
Russell-Brown, readers learn about the amazing life of Marian
Anderson--and how she persisted.
Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white
illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in
Marian Anderson's footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for
kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women
into their curriculum.
And don't miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series,
featuring so many more women who persisted, including Coretta Scott
King, Harriet Tubman, Ruby Bridges, and more!