Katharine Graham and 20th Century American Journalism cover

Katharine Graham and 20th Century American Journalism

Author: Mattern, Joanne

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 3.8
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Nonfiction
Word Count 643
Points per Word 0.000778
Page Count 24
Points per Page 0.020833

Description

"Katharine Graham and 20th Century American Journalism" is a brief biography of Katharine Graham, the publisher of The Washington Post who became the first female Fortune 500 executive to lead a major American newspaper. The book describes how she helped lead the Washington Post's coverage of the Watergate scandal, which resulted in the resignation of President Richard Nixon. It also covers her transformation from a shy daughter into a confident leader who won the Pulitzer Prize for her autobiography.

Quick Summary

Meet Katharine Graham, the fearless publisher who helped uncover one of America's biggest mysteries and proved that one brave person can change history by standing up for truth. Kids will love reading about how this determined woman refused to stay silent during the Watergate scandal, risking everything to expose the corruption that brought down a president. If your kid loves stories about real-life heroes who make a difference, like "I Am Malala" or "Harriet Tubman," they'll be inspired by this incredible true story. Perfect for kids in grades 2-3 who are ready for true stories about brave people who changed the world.