Shirley Chisholm Is a Verb

A timely picture book biography about Shirley Chisholm, the first Black woman in Congress, who sought the Democratic nomination to be the president of the United States.Shirley Chisholm famously said, "If they don't give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair." This dynamic biography illuminates how Chisholm was a doer, an active and vocal participant in our nation's democracy, and a force to be reckoned with. Now young readers will learn about her early years, her time in Congress, her presidential bid and how her actions left a lasting legacy that continues to inspire, uplift, and instruct. Product DetailsISBN-13: 9780803730892 Media Type: Hardcover Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group Publication Date: 07-28-2020 Pages: 40 Product Dimensions: 8.60(w) x 11.00(h) x 0.60(d) Age Range: 4 - 8 YearsAbout the Author Veronica Chambers is the award-winning author of many books for children and adults, including Mama's Girl and Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa. Born in Panama, she grew