Malcolm Little: The Boy Who Grew Up to Become Malcolm X
Author: Ilyasah Shabazz Category: Biographies and Non-Fiction, Black History, Civil Rights, Elementary School, Family, Grief and Death, Perseverance and Determination, Poetry and Lyrical Stories, Prejudice and Racism, Prison and Criminal Sentencing, Self-Esteem and Identity, Upper Elementary Publisher: Atheneum Language: English Reading Age: Elementary School, Upper Elementary Illustrator: AG Ford More DetailsMalcolm X grew to be one of America’s most influential figures. But first, he was a boy named Malcolm Little. Written by his daughter, this inspiring picture book biography celebrates a vision of freedom and justice.
Bolstered by the love and wisdom of his large, warm family, young Malcolm Little was a natural born leader. But when confronted with intolerance and a series of tragedies, Malcolm’s optimism and faith were threatened. He had to learn how to be strong and how to hold on to his individuality. He had to learn self-reliance.
Together with acclaimed illustrator AG Ford, Ilyasah Shabazz gives us a unique glimpse into the childhood of her father, Malcolm X, with a lyrical story that carries a message that resonates still today—that we must all strive to live to our highest potential.
Malcolm Little: The Boy Who Grew Up to Become Malcolm X
Written by Ilyasah Shabazz
Illustrated by AG Ford
Source: Publisher (Atheneum)
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