How Long to Read The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read

How Long Does it Take to Read The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read?

It takes the average reader and 40 minutes to read The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read by Rita Lorraine Hubbard

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Imagine learning to read at the age of 116! Discover the true story of Mary Walker, the nation's oldest student who did just that, in this picture book from a Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator and a rising star author. In 1848, Mary Walker was born into slavery. At age 15, she was freed, and by age 20, she was married and had her first child. By age 68, she had worked numerous jobs, including cooking, cleaning, babysitting, and selling sandwiches to raise money for her church. At 114, she was the last remaining member of her family. And at 116, she learned to read. From Rita Lorraine Hubbard and rising star Oge More comes the inspirational story of Mary Walker, a woman whose long life spanned from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement, and who--with perseverance and dedication--proved that you're never too old to learn.

How long is The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read?

The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read by Rita Lorraine Hubbard is 40 pages long, and a total of 10,000 words.

This makes it 13% the length of the average book. It also has 12% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes and 54 minutes to read The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read aloud.

What Reading Level is The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read?

The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned to Read is suitable for students ages 8 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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