Hard work, determination, and her desire to help other Black women achieve self-sufficiency contributed to her success. Her interest in hair-care products eventually led to achievements in the development of the cosmetics industry. This biography demonstrates to children that what can be envisioned can be accomplished. Candlewick Press 76. This excellent series features well-written, engaging text which presents the highlights and interesting events of each subject's life.
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Oxford University Press 77. What a wonderful idea - a family reference that identifies over four hundred Bible characters and tells where they are mentioned. This guide has an excellent index. This exceptional biography of Wilma Rudolph is easy to read and succinctly told. One of twenty children and a polio victim, Wilma, through her determination, ultimately becomes an Olympic runner, winning three gold medals in her first appearance.