Alabama Spitfire: The Story of Harper Lee

A Young Harper Lee

Alabama Spitfire, written by  Bethany Hegedus, tells the wonderful story of Nelle Harper Lee.  It tells of how she grew from her tom-boy childhood into the fame of writing with her novel, To Kill A Mockingbird.

Racial Injustice

Lee was always mesmerized with the world of words.  Her dream came true when she was allowed to write for a year in New York.  This opportunity lead to the creation of her famous novel. This novel brought public attention to the injustices of racial discrimination.  Read to discover her inspirational story. For youth 4-8 years old. Reviewed by Emily Bundy