Josephine: The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker

Powell, P. H., & Robinson, C. (2014). Josephine: The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker (Coretta

Scott King Illustrator Honor Books) (Illustrated ed.). Chronicle Books.

Summary:

This book is a free-verse biographical poem about Josephine Baker and her fascinating life. Josephine Baker was a African American activist that refused to dance segregated and advocated for equal rights for the African American Community.

Powell and Robinson incorporated powerful text content and beautiful illustrations that focused on portraying main events that impacted Baker’s life. Additionally, Baker’s quotes help narrate the poem to emphasize her persistent view for equality. Additionally, this book introduces important topics such as our nation’s racial history, activism, racism, and segregation. The essence of the book is remarkably presented by the theme of determination in order to explain Josephine's contributions to our national history.

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Book Read Aloud:

Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor