Introduce young learners to Langston Hughes with this simple, student-friendly printable mini book designed especially for Kindergarten and 1st grade.

This black-and-white mini book uses short sentences, clear ideas, and supportive illustrations to help students learn who Langston Hughes was and why his writing mattered. Students read about his poetry, his focus on real life and feelings, and his belief that everyone’s voice matters. The book ends with a student writing page that invites children to write like Langston Hughes by sharing how they feel.

This resource is ideal for Black History Month, poetry units, author studies, or early discussions about voice and expression.

What’s Included:
Printable mini book pages
Simple biography sentences about Langston Hughes
Child-friendly illustrations (coloring-book style)
Student response page: “I can write like Langston Hughes. I feel ___.”
Black-and-white format for easy printing and copying

Perfect For:
Whole-group read-alouds
Small groups
Literacy centers
Independent reading & writing
Poetry or author introductions

This resource is designed to be low-prep and developmentally appropriate for early elementary learners.****