23 pages, K-3, picture book, ISBN 978-1-4814-6824-4
Lena Horne is the first African American singer and civil right activist. Her story inspires many people to fight for their dream no matter race, background, or appearance. Her mother had a dream to be an actress; however, when the period she born in the United States, people look down African American. This reason made her mother gave up her dream, but Lena follows her mother’s footstep to become an actress even though she had many difficulties. She said that “ you have to be taught to be second class, you’re not born that way.” She believes that if she has faith, she can make everything happen.
It is a powerful picture book that gives people courage, hope and teaches people that never doubt themselves. Some people may complain that they are not as rich as others; they didn’t receive education as much as others. However, they have never thought that they have can totally change their lives and achieve their dreams if they work hard and never give up. Lena Horne is a good example to show everyone that we can make impossible to possible. It is also an excellent book to teach children about the history of Lena Horne. Illustrations in the book are beautiful and meaningful, which also tell reader her story not just from the words.
Reviewed by Ka Man A.
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