Story of Ella Fitzgerald: A Biography Book for New Readers

Trusty, Kathy

A narrative nonfiction chapter book about the life of Ella Fitzgerald, the first lady of song, specifically created for newly independent readers age 6 to 9 - that relays the historical information through the core curriculum standards of answering Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How.

Discover the life of Ella Fitzgerald—a story about finding your voice, for kids ages 6 to 9

Ella Fitzgerald was one of the greatest singers of all time. Before she found her voice and changed the world of jazz music, she was a playful girl who wanted to become a dancer. Her life changed when people started noticing her beautiful singing voice, and she was soon hired as a singer in a famous jazz band. Explore how Ella went from being a young girl growing up in New York to an award-winning artist who made musical history. 

This Ella Fitzgerald children’s book includes:

• Core curriculum—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Ella’s life, and take a quick quiz to test their knowledge.
• Her lasting change—This Ella Fitzgerald biography explains her impact and how she changed the world for future generations.
• Short chapters—Brief chapters divide Ella’s story into smaller sections that inspire new readers to keep reading.

How will Ella’s persistence and incredible talent inspire the child in your life?