The Story of Betty White: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers - Hardcover

by Tam Minton (Author), Pearl Law (Illustrator)

Discover the life of Betty White--a story about confidence, imagination, and being silly for young readers ages 6 to 9

Betty White was a comedian, producer, and TV star. Before she became famous, she was a little girl in California who loved animals and wanted to be a park ranger. She worked hard to become one of the first women to star in her own TV show, and played many characters who did things differently. Explore how she went from driving trucks during World War II, to being a beloved celebrity--even into her nineties!

• Independent reading--This Betty White biography is broken down into short chapters and simple language so young readers 6 to 9 can learn on their own.
• Critical thinking--Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Betty's life, find definitions of new words, discussion questions, and more.
• A lasting legacy--Find out how Betty's kindness, curiosity, and daring made her a talented performer and inspired others to change their thinking.

How will Betty's bravery and humor inspire you?

Discover activists, artists, athletes, and more from all across history with the rest of the Story Of series, including famous figures like: Amelia Earhart, Jane Goodall, Eliza Hamilton, Simone Biles, and Misty Copeland.

Author Biography

TAM WARNER MINTON is an award-winning writer, blogger, author, and photographer. A former university lecturer and college consultant, Tam is a true believer that knowledge is power, and that education is always a positive force.