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Henry Louis Gates Jr.
By J. P. Miller and Markia Ware
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Learn about the amazing accomplishments of literary critic, filmmaker, historian, and professor Henry Louis Gates Jr., that pioneered theories of African American literature using genealogy in the book Henry Louis Gates Jr.—part of the Leaders Like Us African American childrens books series.
Discover the early life of Gates and how he became one of the most powerful academic voices in America.
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- This children’s book includes reading/teaching tips, discussion questions, a timeline, and extension activity to develop reading comprehension skills.
- 24 pages with vibrant illustrations
- Lexile 720L
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