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Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 8
Lexile measure
970L
Language
English
Description
Author Walter Dean Myers describes his childhood in Harlem in the 1940s and 1950s, discussing his loving stepmother, his problems in school, his reasons for leaving home, and his beginnings as a writer.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
AD 730L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Introduces the life and work of author and illustrator Edward Gorey and explains how, although it took him a long time to achieve all he wanted to do, he sought to be himself throughout his life.
4) Maya Angelou
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 4.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
680L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Maya Angelou spent much of her childhood in Stamps, Arkansas. After a traumatic event at age eight, she stopped speaking for five years. However, Maya rediscovered her voice through wonderful books, and went on to become one of the world's most beloved writers and speakers.
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.7 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
710L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"R.L. Stine has written hundreds of children's books, including the scary, creepy Goosebumps series. His books have inspired TV shows and more. Learn more about Stine's life as a famous writer!"--
Author
Lexile measure
810L
Language
English
Formats
Description
"Poems, paintings and Paris all come to life in this enchanting picture book biography of Gertrude Stein. This story of imagination and expression introduces young readers to Gertrude and her life partner, Alice B. Toklas, who lived in Paris during a fascinating time in history. Divided into short chapters that chronicle different episodes in Gertrude and Alice's life, this book celebrates two women who were full of daring and creativity at a time...
10) Kwame Alexander
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Lexile measure
HL 530L
Language
English
Formats
Description
Author Kwame Alexander writes books for children of all ages. His book The Crossover won the Newbery Medal in 2015. Learn more about his writing success!
11) Maya Angelou
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Formats
Description
Examines the life and accomplishments of the African American writer, performer, and teacher, as well as her impact on literature and black culture.
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