Enslow Publishes McKissacks' Bio of Paul Robeson

Paul Robeson was born on this day in 1898. His life's journey is the subject of a recently published Enslow Publishers biography, Paul Robeson: A Voice for Change. This book, written by Patricia McKissack and Fredrick McKissack, offers young readers an opportunity to gain an introduction to Robeson's controversial life, his remarkable achievements, and the social and political issues in which he was immersed.

This 24-page book, suitable for readers in Grades One and Two, is correlated to national Common Core State Standards as well as individual state curricular standards. The work, included in Enslow's "Famous African Americans" series, is available in print and e-book editions. When you order directly from Enslow, the library-bound edition is $15.95; that price represents a 25% discount from Enslow's list price. A paperback edition is available for $6.95. A school or library unit may purchase a multi-use e-book version directly from Enslow for the discounted price of $20.95; that price represents a 25% institutional discount from Enslow's list price.

The Robeson biography is also available from your preferred vendor, Amazon, and Barnes and Noble.

Happy Birthday Paul Robeson!

Today would have been Paul Robeson's 112th birthday!

This actor, singer, and political activist inspired a lot of people, and is still known for his unwavering stature as a champion of civil rights.

Enslow has two titles about this political activist for the elementary and middle school markets.