Get ready to sing for justice with Mahalia Jackson in this exciting
middle grade nonfiction biography. Perfect for fans of the Who
Was and Little Leaders series, the books in the VIP series tell
the true--and amazing--stories of some of history's greatest
trailblazers. Meet the VERY IMPORTANT PEOPLE who changed the world!
Mahalia Jackson was known as the queen of gospel music. A close friend
of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s, she was also a civil rights activist
who sang at the March on Washington. And she traveled the world, too!
Experience all the inspiring moments in Mahalia's big life in this
thrilling biography, packed with two-color illustrations and fun facts,
like who invented rock and roll!
Short and engaging chapters are interspersed with special lists and
other information made to order to engage kids, whether they're already
biography fans or "have to" write a report for school. Extras include a
timeline, a bibliography, and a hall of fame of other musicians and
civil rights activists.
The VIP series features stirring adventures and fun facts about some of
history's greatest trailblazers--smart, tough, persevering innovators
who will excite today's kids. Featuring underappreciated historical
figures and groups, with a focus on leaders in science, activism, and
the arts, the nonfiction biographies in the VIP series are fun and
appealing. Just looking at the cover will make kids want to learn more
about these VIPs, and once they dive in they will zoom through stories
that read like adventures.
Each book in the VIP series allows your middle grader to experience
all the fascinating moments in some very important but lesser known
lives. These biographies for kids age 9-12 include: VIP: Dr. Mae
Jemison: Brave Rocketeer; VIP: Lewis Latimer: Engineering
Wizard; VIP: Mahalia Jackson: Freedom's Voice; and ** VIP:
Lydia Darragh***: Unexpected Spy.***
