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Madam C. J. Walker and New Cosmetics (Inventions and Discovery series) (Graphic Library, Inventions and Discovery) Paperback – Illustrated, December 31, 2007

by Katherine E. Krohn (Author), Anderson (Illustrator), Bill (Illustrator)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 28 ratings
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American hair products and cosmetics that helped her become the first self-made female millionaire of any race.
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    8 - 14 years
  2. Part of series
    Inventions and Discovery
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    3 - 4
  6. Dimensions
    7 x 0.25 x 9 inches
  7. Publisher
    Capstone Press
  8. Publication date
    December 31, 2007
  9. ISBN-10
    0736896473
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0736896474
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This new graphic nonfiction series offers biographical treatments that highlight a technological breakthrough or innovation. Though produced by various illustrators, titles are visually similar: enticing covers, dynamic fonts, bold colors, and vibrant illustrations. Comic book-style word balloons feature fairly sophisticated vocabulary and occasional quotes or other primary source material. Each selection includes titled chapters, a table of contents, summary fact pages, further reading suggestions, and recommended Internet sites. There is close correlation between the dialogue and depicted actions and illustrations, which will provide visual reinforcement for struggling readers. These deceptively slim volumes convey a tremendous amount of information and vocabulary, and should attract attention from reluctant and enthusiastic readers alike. Bibliography. Glossary. Index. Recommended. --Library Media Connection; Vol. 25, No. 7; Pages 83-84, April 2007

This title from the Inventions and Discovery series by Graphic Library brings us the story of Sarah Breedlove. Breedlove was a determined woman who went to great lengths to further herself in a time when most African-American women had few options open to them. Breedlove began selling hair products, and eventually formed her own company using her married name of Madam C.J. Walker. Her dedication and perseverance paid off, making Madam Walker the first self-made female millionaire of any race in the United States. As presented in this graphic format, the story of Walker and her company are still an inspirational story. This presentation manages to incorporate all the salient facts of Walkers story, while presenting her tale at a rapid pace. The illustrations are colorful, energetic, and help to move the story along nicely. Walker is quoted on a few pages, and those direct quotes are indicated by a yellow background. The quotes are referenced and identified as quotes from primary sources in an editors note below the CIP. Also presented are a brief timeline, glossary, Internet sites through Facthound.com, a list of suggested readings, bibliography, and index. This is an excellent choice for reluctant readers or young readers interested in biography. --Childrens Literature Comprehensive Database, January 2007

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Katherine Krohn is a Capstone Author

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Capstone Press; First Edition (December 31, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0736896473
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0736896474
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 14 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.25 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Katherine E. Krohn

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Katherine Elizabeth Krohn is an award-winning author of books for K-12 readers. Her publications include biographies, fiction, graphic books, science and history books, and metaphysical titles.

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5.0 out of 5 stars I am a mentor
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The 7th grader I mentor was assigned Madam CJ Walker as a subject for a history fair project. This little book is a gem. We read it together in a short amount of time and got the gist of why this woman is famous. There are plenty of pictures (ala graphic novel) and the language is simple without being cheesy. Great short read. I also bought a longer biography, but I bet this is the only one that gets read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Kids love it!
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Great book for my February Black History Month. Kids love the graphic novel!
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Great addition to my classroom library!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Useful in the classroom
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2009
I used this text in the classroom teaching ESL learners and it was quite useful. The story in itself is compelling to read. This is a true rags to riches story that also reveals an unknown world to many students today. Madam C. J. Walker's struggle for freedom was fought in a different way than what we usually have seen in the lives of other famous black people. Besides having an inspiring message, the text is useful for identifying main idea and important details, summarizing, paraphrasing, and sequence of events. I highly recommend it.
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Nice history and ideas.
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