Madame Chiang Kai-shek: Face of Modern China cover

Madame Chiang Kai-shek: Face of Modern China

Author: Donovan, Sandy

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level 8.2
Points 2.0
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 13071
Points per Word 0.000153
Page Count 112
Points per Page 0.017857

Description

This biography discusses the life of Madame Chiang Kai-shek, a powerful figure in Chinese politics, who helped modernize China through the New Life Movement of the 1930s.

Quick Summary

This biography shines a spotlight on Soong Mei-ling, a fierce and fashionable woman who wielded political power like a secret weapon while everyone called her "Madame Chiang." Readers will be blown away by her story of standing beside military leaders, chatting with presidents, and sparking a nationwide movement that tried to change how everyday Chinese people lived and dressed. If your kid loves biographies about trailblazing women like "I Am Malala" or "Queen of Katwe," they'll be hooked on this tale of a real-life powerhouse who shaped history. Perfect for kids ages 9 to 13 in grades 4 through 7 who enjoy stories about strong women and world history.