Discover the life of Maya Angelou--a story about courage for kids ages
6 to 9
Maya Angelou was an acclaimed author, poet, historian, singer and
songwriter, playwright, director, and civil rights activist. Before she
was known for her unique and pioneering autobiographical writing style,
Maya was a young girl interested in the written word. From an early age
she wrote essays, poetry, and kept a journal. She used her powerful
voice to share her experiences and unite the world through her written
words. Explore how Maya Angelou went from difficult childhood
experiences to one of our most celebrated memoirists and poets of
all-time.
The Story of Maya Angelou includes:
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A fun quiz--Test your knowledge of Maya's life with a short quiz
that covers the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of her story.
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Word definitions--This standout among Maya Angelou books for kids
includes easy-to-understand explanations of some of the more advanced
words and ideas.
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Her lasting legacy?Learn about how Maya inspired the world with
both the beauty and the call to action of her words.
How will Maya's fight for civil rights inspire you?