Oprah Winfrey
(Book)
Author:
Contributors:
Flint, Gillian, illustrator.
NoveList Series:
Published:
New York : Philomel, 2021.
Format:
Book
Physical Desc:
54 pages : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Accelerated Reader:
IL: LG - BL: 5.5 - AR Points: 1
Lexile measure:
880L
Rating:
Ages 6-9
Status:
Description
Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds--including Oprah Winfrey!
In this chapter book biography by Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Renée Watson, readers learn about the amazing life of Oprah Winfrey--and how she persisted.
When Oprah Winfrey was growing up, her family expected her to become a maid like her grandmother. But she had different dreams. She went after them and turned her dreams into reality, becoming a media superstar and inspiring countless other people along the way.
Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Oprah Winfrey'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 Harriet Tubman, Ruby Bridges, Coretta Scott King, and more!
Praise for She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey:
* "This is a lively introduction to the life of a woman who beat many odds to become successful. . . . A highly recommended addition to this stellar series." --Kirkus Reviews, *STARRED REVIEW*
"A must purchase for all libraries." --School Library Journal
In this chapter book biography by Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Renée Watson, readers learn about the amazing life of Oprah Winfrey--and how she persisted.
When Oprah Winfrey was growing up, her family expected her to become a maid like her grandmother. But she had different dreams. She went after them and turned her dreams into reality, becoming a media superstar and inspiring countless other people along the way.
Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Oprah Winfrey'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 Harriet Tubman, Ruby Bridges, Coretta Scott King, and more!
Praise for She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey:
* "This is a lively introduction to the life of a woman who beat many odds to become successful. . . . A highly recommended addition to this stellar series." --Kirkus Reviews, *STARRED REVIEW*
"A must purchase for all libraries." --School Library Journal
Copies
Location
Call Number
Status
Last Check-In
Superior Juvenile Nonfiction
JUV 921 W72w
Available
Mar 9, 2022
Subjects
LC Subjects
African American actresses -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
African American television personalities -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
African American women -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Black people.
Minorities.
Winfrey, Oprah -- Juvenile literature.
Women television personalities -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
African American television personalities -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
African American women -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Black people.
Minorities.
Winfrey, Oprah -- Juvenile literature.
Women television personalities -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
Other Subjects
More Details
Language:
Unknown
ISBN:
9780593115985, 0593115988, 9780593115992, 0593115996
Accelerated Reader:
LG
Level 5.5, 1 Points
Level 5.5, 1 Points
Lexile measure:
880
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 52-54).
Description
"A biography of Oprah Winfrey, part of the She Persisted chapter book series"--,Provided by publisher.
Target Audience
Ages 6-9,Philomel Books.
Target Audience
Grades 2-3,Philomel Books.
Study Program Information
Accelerated Reader,LG,5.5,1,515511
Citations
APA Citation (style guide)
Watson, R., & Flint, G. (2021). Oprah Winfrey. New York, Philomel.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Watson, Renée and Gillian, Flint. 2021. Oprah Winfrey. New York, Philomel.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Watson, Renée and Gillian, Flint, Oprah Winfrey. New York, Philomel, 2021.
MLA Citation (style guide)Watson, Renée, and Gillian Flint. Oprah Winfrey. New York, Philomel, 2021.
Note! Citation formats are based on standards as of July 2022. Citations contain only title, author, edition, publisher, and year published. Citations should be used as a guideline and should be double checked for accuracy.
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