Maya Angelou Finds Her Voice
Connie Roop and Peter Roop, illustrated by Noa Denmon
Inspired by an episode from Maya Angelou's childhood, this picture book follows young Maya's connection to words, songs, stories, and poetry in a segregated world. After a traumatic assault, she stops speaking for years and shares words only with her brother. Her family worries, but the wise and patient Mrs. Flowers eventually helps Maya return to language and self-expression. The story centers on poetry, mentorship, silence, and the recovery of her voice.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 2 editions from 2 organizations.
