The Story of Maya Angelou

Discover the life of Maya Angelou—a story about spreading hope and kindness, for kids ages 6 to 9

Maya Angelou was an award-winning writer and a lifelong activist for equal rights. Before she changed the world of literature, Maya was a young girl who loved to play with her older brother and learn new things in school. She had a difficult childhood, but she followed her heart and used her powerful voice to talk about her experiences and let others know that they aren’t alone. This book helps kids explore how Maya went from being a studious girl growing up in Missouri to a beloved author and activist.

• All the major milestones—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Maya’s life, and take a quick quiz to test their knowledge.
• Short chapters—This standout among Maya Angelou books for kids is broken up into brief chapters that make it fun and easy for new readers to discover Maya’s story.
• Her lasting legacy—Kids will find out how Maya changed the world and inspired countless people to be true to themselves and help others.

How will Maya’s strength inspire the child in your life?