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She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey

By Renée Watson and Chelsea Clinton
Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger and Gillian Flint

By Renée Watson and Chelsea Clinton
Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger and Gillian Flint

By Renée Watson and Chelsea Clinton
Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger and Gillian Flint

By Renée Watson and Chelsea Clinton
Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger and Gillian Flint

By Renée Watson and Chelsea Clinton
Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger and Gillian Flint

By Renée Watson and Chelsea Clinton
Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger and Gillian Flint

By Renée Watson and Chelsea Clinton
Read by Karen Murray and Chelsea Clinton
Contributions by Alexandra Boiger

By Renée Watson and Chelsea Clinton
Read by Karen Murray and Chelsea Clinton
Contributions by Alexandra Boiger

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    About She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey

    Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds–including Oprah Winfrey!

    In this chapter book biography by Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Renée Watson, readers learn about the amazing life of Oprah Winfrey–and how she persisted. 
     
    When Oprah Winfrey was growing up, her family expected her to become a maid like her grandmother. But she had different dreams. She went after them and turned her dreams into reality, becoming a media superstar and inspiring countless other people along the way.

    Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Oprah Winfrey’s footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum.
     
    And don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Harriet Tubman, Ruby Bridges, Coretta Scott King, and more!
     
    Praise for She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey:
     
    * “This is a lively introduction to the life of a woman who beat many odds to become successful. . . . A highly recommended addition to this stellar series.” —Kirkus Reviews, *STARRED REVIEW*

    “A must purchase for all libraries.” —School Library Journal

    About She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey

    Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds–including Oprah Winfrey!

    In this chapter book biography by Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Renée Watson, readers learn about the amazing life of Oprah Winfrey–and how she persisted. 
     
    When Oprah Winfrey was growing up, her family expected her to become a maid like her grandmother. But she had different dreams. She went after them and turned her dreams into reality, becoming a media superstar and inspiring countless other people along the way.

    Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Oprah Winfrey’s footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum.
     
    And don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Harriet Tubman, Ruby Bridges, Coretta Scott King, and more!
     
    Praise for She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey:
     
    * “This is a lively introduction to the life of a woman who beat many odds to become successful. . . . A highly recommended addition to this stellar series.” —Kirkus Reviews, *STARRED REVIEW*

    “A must purchase for all libraries.” —School Library Journal

    About She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey

    Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger, a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds–including Oprah Winfrey!

    In this chapter book biography by Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Renée Watson, readers learn about the amazing life of Oprah Winfrey–and how she persisted. 
     
    When Oprah Winfrey was growing up, her family expected her to become a maid like her grandmother. But she had different dreams. She went after them and turned her dreams into reality, becoming a media superstar and inspiring countless other people along the way.

    Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Oprah Winfrey’s footsteps and make a difference! A perfect choice for kids who love learning and teachers who want to bring inspiring women into their curriculum.
     
    And don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted, including Harriet Tubman, Ruby Bridges, Coretta Scott King, and more!
     
    Praise for She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey:
     
    * “This is a lively introduction to the life of a woman who beat many odds to become successful. . . . A highly recommended addition to this stellar series.” —Kirkus Reviews, *STARRED REVIEW*

    “A must purchase for all libraries.” —School Library Journal

    About She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey

    Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds–including Oprah Winfrey!

    In this chapter book biography by Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Award-winning author Renée Watson, readers learn about the amazing life of Oprah Winfrey–and how she persisted. 
     
    When Oprah Winfrey was growing up, her family expected her to become a maid like her grandmother. But she had different dreams. She went after them and turned her dreams into reality, becoming a media superstar and inspiring countless other people along the way.

    Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton and a list of ways that readers can follow in Oprah Winfrey’s footsteps and make a difference!
     
    And don’t miss out on the rest of the books in the She Persisted series, featuring so many more women who persisted!
     
    Praise for She Persisted: Oprah Winfrey:
     
    * “This is a lively introduction to the life of a woman who beat many odds to become successful. . . . A highly recommended addition to this stellar series.” —Kirkus Reviews, *STARRED REVIEW*

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    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Chapter Books

    Paperback | $5.99
    Published by Philomel Books
    Dec 21, 2021 | 80 Pages | 5-5/16 x 7-5/8 | 6-9 years | ISBN 9780593115992

    Category: Children’s Chapter Books

    Hardcover | $14.99
    Published by Philomel Books
    Dec 21, 2021 | 80 Pages | 5-5/16 x 7-5/8 | 6-9 years | ISBN 9780593115985

    Category: Children’s Chapter Books

    Ebook | $5.99
    Published by Philomel Books
    Dec 21, 2021 | 80 Pages | 6-9 years | ISBN 9780593116005

    Category: Children’s Books | Audiobooks

    Audiobook Download | $10.00
    Published by Listening Library
    Dec 21, 2021 | 37 Minutes | 6-9 years | ISBN 9780593454572
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    * “This is a lively introduction to the life of a woman who beat many odds to become successful. . . . A highly recommended addition to this stellar series.” —Kirkus Reviews, *STARRED REVIEW*

    “A must purchase for all libraries.” —School Library Journal

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