Harlem's Little Blackbird: The Story of Florence Mills
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Harlem's Little Blackbird: The Story of Florence Mills

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Harlem's Little Blackbird: The Story of Florence MillsFrom 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

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)

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Published: 10/23/2012
ISBN: 9780375869730
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 10.00h x 8.30w x 0.30d
Award: Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children and Teens - Recommended

Review Citations: Booklist 06/01/2012 pg. 89
Kirkus Reviews 09/15/2012
School Library Journal 10/01/2012 pg. 119
Publishers Weekly 12/24/2012
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2013 - Recommended, Satisfactory

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 155069 / Harlem's Little Blackbird: The Story of Florence Mills
Reading Level: 4.4 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5
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