The Story of Ella Fitzgerald

Discover the life of Ella Fitzgerald—a story about finding your voice, for kids ages 6 to 9

Ella Fitzgerald was one of the greatest singers of all time. Before she found her voice and changed the world of jazz music, she was a playful girl who wanted to become a dancer. Her life changed when people started noticing her beautiful singing voice, and she was soon hired as a singer in a famous jazz band. Explore how Ella went from being a young girl growing up in New York to an award-winning artist who made musical history. 

This Ella Fitzgerald children’s book includes:

• Core curriculum—Kids will learn the Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How of Ella’s life, and take a quick quiz to test their knowledge.
• Her lasting change—This Ella Fitzgerald biography explains her impact and how she changed the world for future generations.
• Short chapters—Brief chapters divide Ella’s story into smaller sections that inspire new readers to keep reading.

How will Ella’s persistence and incredible talent inspire the child in your life?