53 pages • 1 hour read
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Betty Before X by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson skillfully explores Betty Shabazz's formative years, capturing her resilience and activism. The narrative engages young readers and offers historical insight, yet some find the pacing uneven. Overall, the book is lauded for its educational value and inspirational themes.
Readers who appreciate Betty Before X by Ilyasah Shabazz and Renée Watson are often middle-grade students with an interest in historical fiction, social justice, and African American history. Similar audiences would enjoy One Crazy Summer by Rita Williams-Garcia and Brown Girl Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson.
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Lexile Level
810L