Jacqueline Woodson

Brown Girl Dreaming is a book written by Jacqueline Woodson about her life growing up as a young girl. She talks about her experiences living in both New York City and the South during the 1960s and 1970s, a time when there were many important events happening, like the Civil Rights Movement. Through poems, she tells us about her family, finding her voice as a writer, and figuring out who she is. Brown Girl Dreaming is suitable for readers aged 12 and older who enjoy stories about growing up, poetry, and learning about people's lives. Teachers can use this book to talk about history, identity, and how writing can help us understand ourselves and others. It's a great way to learn about important events in a personal and meaningful way.… (meer)