Lorraine Hansberry

Find out about Lorraine Hansberry, a brilliant mind and playwright, in this beautifully designed and engaging biography for young readers. Learn about her life and uncover how she used the power of her pen to tell stories about herself and the lives of Black people. This title also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, "Ask Yourself" prompts, a timeline, and a writing activity. "Middle graders are introduced to playwright Hansberry's youth on Chicago's South Side, her education, her interest in civil rights activism, and her successful yet brief writing career." --Booklist::"Provides a visually inviting experience for students. . . . May enrich readers' knowledge of the periods discussed." --Booklist (Series Review)