I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (Maya Angelou's Autobiography, #1)

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Erica I was assigned to read this book for the first time in 5th grade. It's age appropriate. I don't think it's inappropriate. It's not vulgar. It' address…moreI was assigned to read this book for the first time in 5th grade. It's age appropriate. I don't think it's inappropriate. It's not vulgar. It' addresses REAL issues though. (less)
Jeaninne Escallier This book helped me connect with my African American students 35 years ago; upon reading it this month, it helped me connect with my clan of fabulous …moreThis book helped me connect with my African American students 35 years ago; upon reading it this month, it helped me connect with my clan of fabulous women and inspired me to write with wild abandon!(less)
Jyothy M jaganathan It is available on amazon.in.. too late for the answer though, I guess! :)
Jax Kearney It is not a poem by the standard definition of a poem. It is an autobiography written in a very lyrical style. I got it from my local library. By usin…moreIt is not a poem by the standard definition of a poem. It is an autobiography written in a very lyrical style. I got it from my local library. By using the OverDrive app, you can rent books on audio tape from your library without having to go there. The audiobook version of this is read by Maya herself which I recommend.(less)

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