Cover of Marian Wright Edelman

Marian Wright Edelman

by Wendie C. Old

People to Know (Enslow)

Reading Level 8-9 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Discover the inspiring journey of Marian Wright Edelman, a trailblazing African American lawyer who dedicated her life to championing children's rights and social justice. Follow her path as she breaks barriers and fights for a better future for all children. Her story shows how courage and compassion can change the world.

Representation & Themes

African American RepresentationBiographySocial JusticeFamilyComing of Age

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Social Justice
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0894906232
Pages
128
Published
1995
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
16,633

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Edelman, Marian Wright -- Juvenile literature.Edelman, Marian Wright.African American women -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.African American women civil rights workers -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.African American women social reformers -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.Children's rights -- United States -- History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature.Reformers.African Americans -- Biography.Women -- Biography.Children's rights.