Harlem's Little Blackbird: The Story of Florence Mills

From Caldecott Honor winner Christian Robinson and acclaimed author Renee Watson comes the inspiring true story of Florence Mills.Born to parents who were both former slaves Florence Mills knew at an early age that she loved to sing and that her sweet bird-like voice resonated with those who heard her. Performing catapulted her all the way to the stages of 1920s Broadway where she inspired everyone from songwriters to playwrights. Yet with all her success she knew firsthand how prejudice shaped her world and the world of those around her. As a result Florence chose to support and promote works by her fellow black performers while heralding a call for their civil rights. Featuring a moving text and colorful illustrations Harlem's Little Blackbird is a timeless story about justice equality and the importance of following one's heart and dreams.A CARTER G. WOODSON ELEMENTARY HONOR BOOK(awarded by the National Council for the Social Studies 2013)

Age Range: 3 - 7 years

Grade Level: Preschool - 2

Lexile Measure: AD770L

Hardcover: 40 pages

Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers (October 23 2012)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0375869735

ISBN-13: 978-0375869730

Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 0.4 x 10.3 inches

Shipping Weight: 12 ounces