Hazell Thomas
Award-winning children’s auAward -winning children's author bringing civil rights, family history,, and Mississippi stories to life.
About Hazell
Hazell V. Henley-Thomas is an award-winning children’s author and retired special education teacher with 36 years of classroom experience. A native of Money, Mississippi, she writes historical nonfiction that introduces young readers to civil-rights history, family legacy, citizenship, and resilience. Her interactive school visits combine storytelling, historical photographs, artifacts, discussion, and curriculum-connected activities for students in grades K–6.
Books
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What educators say
“The book uses sensory imagination, and internal character engagement. This is a vital skill in writing children's books that bridges the gap between a child's limited worldview and experience, and the wider world around them. Printed World Review”
What a visit includes
Visit length, format, and what's included vary from author to author. See Hazell's website for formats and details.
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