As a young girl, playwright Lorraine Hansberry walked everywhere with a notebook, eager to capture the sights, sounds, and stories of the people around her. First Lorraine watched her parents triumph in the Supreme Court case of Hansberry v. Lee. Then she discovered the magic of theater. Next, she unlocked the power of her voice, crafting A Raisin in the Sun. Her play went on to influence generations of artists and the world was never the same.

"Find out about Lorraine Hansberry, a brilliant mind and playwright, in this biography for young readers. Learn about her life and uncover how she used the power of her pen to tell stories about herself and the lives of Black people. This title also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, "Ask Yourself" prompts, a timeline, and a writing activity"-- Provided by publisher.

Examines the life and work of this African American playwright and social activist who received great recognition at an early age.