In this heartwarming and humorous story, Maya learns about remarkable Black women, but a brave Nigerian princess truly captures her imagination, brought to life through Stephanie Taylor’s lively writing and Jade Orlando’s colorful illustrations of a loving mother-daughter bond.

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I'm Going to Be a Princess: Read Aloud Guide

Use this Read Aloud Guide before, during, and after reading.

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I'm Going to Be a Princess: Vocabulary Guide

Use this Vocabulary Guide to identify Tier 2 vocabulary words in the book.

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I'm Going to Be a Princess: Frayer Model

Use this graphic organizer to deepen vocabulary knowledge.

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I'm Going to Be a Princess: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive Criss Cross puzzle aligns with I'm Going to Be a Princess by Stephanie Taylor.

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I'm Going to Be a Princess: Word Search

After reading I'm Going to Be a Princess by Stephanie Taylor, use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend student learning.

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Age Range

4 - 8

Genre

picture book

2023-12-05

Page Count

Publisher

Nosy Crow

Grade Level

Pre-K - 3rd

ISBN

979-8887770345

Themes

goal setting

self-image

diversity & inclusion

representation

role models

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