O.W. Gurley

Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of businessman O.W. Gurley.

O.W. Gurley quickly became one of the most influential African American businessmen in history. Using his funds to help develop the Greenwood neighborhood of Tulsa, Oklahoma, he turned 40-acres of land into the popular “Black Wall Street”.

Storybook Features:

• This children’s book features a glossary with new vocabulary, text-dependent questions, and an extension activity to develop reading comprehension skills.
• 24 pages of vibrant illustrations
• Lexile 290L

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