Michaëlle Jean Contributor(s): Barber, Terry (Author) |
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ISBN: 1926583396 ISBN-13: 9781926583396 Publisher: Grass Roots Press
Binding Type: Paperback Published: September 2012 Click for more in this series: Maple Leaf |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines - Biography & Autobiography |
Dewey: 428.6 |
Lexile Measure: 500 HL (High-Low) |
Series: Maple Leaf |
Physical Information: 0.11" H x 7.5" W x 9.25" L (0.24 lbs) 52 pages |
Features: Illustrated, Maps |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Micha lle Jean is specifically written to meet the needs of adolescents and adults who are reluctant readers. The photographs, maps, and illustrations reflect the text, making the words easy to decode. This high-interest, low-vocabulary biography is ideal for English as a Second Language or adult basic education students. In 1968, Micha lle Jean and her family fled Haiti to escape dictator Duvalier's regime. She came to Canada as a refugee. Micha lle worked as a journalist and broadcaster. At 48 years old, Micha lle's life changed when she was asked to be Canada's Governor General. |
Contributor Bio(s): Barber, Terry: - Terry Barber is the author of over 40 biographies for Grass Roots Press. Before turning to writing, he did training in both corporations and First Nations communities. Terry also co-wrote and directed The Gift of Self-Esteem, a 13-part television series featured on Aboriginal Peoples Television Network. Terry and his wife live on Canada's west coast. |
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