Madam C. J. Walker: The Beauty Boss

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ISBN
978-1-338-86532-5
Born Sarah Breedlove near Delta, Louisiana, in 1867, Madam C. J. Walker was an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and political and social activist. She is recorded as the first female self-made millionaire in America. Among her many accomplishments, she invented a Black hair care method, known as the “Walker system,” as a treatment for scalp disorders like alopecia, along with many other Black hair care products. It is time to remember how Madam C. J. Walker's inventions and her contributions changed our society… and our world!
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Written By Janel Rodriguez
Key Features
  • Lively text, rich in detail and history brings diverse identities and experiences to life
  • Illustrated with a fun mix of real photography and graphic art illustrations.
  • Fun facts throughout the book make compelling reading
  • STEM topics with strong curricular ties
  • Backmatter will include an activity or experiment courtesy of the Lewis Latimer House in Queens.
  • Table of contents, captions, glossary, index and further reading expose readers to classic library nonfiction text features.
Fiction / Nonfiction Nonfiction
Imprint Children's Press
Copyright 2023
Trim Size 8 x 9 1/2
Pages 40

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ISBN 978-1-338-86532-5
Item Number 747745
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