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Maya Angelou Finds Her Voice
S. & S./Aladdin.
Jan. 2025.
40p.
Tr $19.99. ISBN 9781481449267.
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Gr 2-5–This gorgeous picture book biography tells the story of Maya Angelou’s childhood growing up in Stamps, AR. Opening with the famous author’s love of words, poetry, and rhyme, the Roops carefully handle Angelou’s assault in an accessible way for young readers; that assault, as is widely known, led to “her decision to be mute.” The book centers Angelou’s relationship with her respected neighbor, Beaulah Flowers, who helped her find her voice again by reading A Tale of Two Cities together. Denmon’s digitally rendered artwork is awash in greens, yellows, and soft brown hues. The graphic design cast of Angelou’s words and the soft yet powerful imagery in the illustrations truly elevate the text.
VERDICT A perfect pairing for classes that teach I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings or other works by Angelou, this picture book will also be at home in a read-aloud or elementary setting. Recommended purchase for all libraries.
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