Cover of Mary McLeod Bethune

Mary McLeod Bethune

by Sandra Donovan

African-American Biographies (Raintree)

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 5th 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 Mary McLeod Bethune, who overcame challenges to become a powerful educator and leader. From battling poverty and discrimination to founding a college and partnering with President Roosevelt, her story shows how courage and determination can change the world. Young readers will be motivated by her dedication to creating opportunities for African Americans.

Representation & Themes

BiographyAfrican American HistoryEducationSocial JusticeComing 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

Poverty & Hardship Racial Discrimination
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
0739868683
Pages
64
Publisher
NA-r
Published
2003
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
6,917

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Bethune, Mary McLeod, 1875-1955 -- Juvenile literature.Bethune, Mary McLeod, 1875-1955.African Americans -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.African American women political activists -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.African American women educators -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.African American women social reformers -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.African Americans -- Civil rights -- History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature.Teachers.African Americans -- Biography.Women -- Biography.African Americans -- Civil rights -- History -- 20th century.African American women political activistsJuvenile literatureCivil rightsAfrican American women educatorsTeachersAfrican American women social reformersWomenAfrican AmericansBiographyHistory

People

Mary McLeod Bethune (1875-1955)