Alvin Ailey Reading Book Grade 1-4

Who was Alvin Ailey? Learn more about one of the most influential African American dancers and choreographers in history in the Leaders Like Us children's book Alvin Ailey.

This kid's book teaches your children about the life journey and accomplishments of one of Broadway's most masterful dancers. The engaging biography features a full glossary, interactive text-dependent questions, and an extension activity to develop reading comprehension skills.

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"Lesser known but important people are featured in this eclectic mix of biographies. Readers learn of Alvin Ailey who overcame prejudice against his color and homosexuality to become the head of a dance theater and achieve a Kennedy ­Center honor. Pauli Murray was an activist for feminism and civil rights who eventually became an Episcopalian priest.

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