The book is about when Marian wanted to sing.  She had a dream that she loved singing, but the white people didn't let her go in the singing stage because she as black.  She really loved singing, so she didn't give up.  All her family tried until they got their way.

Ashley,  Grade 4, Greenbush Elementary School

This book is about a little girl who wanted to sing.  Everyone used to listen to her sing.  If you like to sing you will be interested.  She is a great character in the story.  Good luck reading the story.  She likes singing a lot.

Jessica, Grade 4, Greenbush Elementary School

Would you like to hear about a real good story?  I can tell you about it.  The story is When Marian Sang.  This is what the story is about.  Marian is a black girl.  You should read and find out.  I'm writing about this book because it is a very good book.  There's no doubt about it that you will like it.  Good bye!

Jake,  Grade 4, Greenbush Elementary School

When Marian Sang is by Pam Munoz Ryan.  Would you like to read this wonderful book?  Marian was the first African American to sing at the Metropolitan Opera.

Douglas ,  Grade 4,  Greenbush Elementary School
 

All Marian Anderson wanted to do was sing on a stage, but how could she sing if no one wanted to teach her?  Read When Marian Sang by Pam Munoz Ryan to find out.

Zachary,   Grade 4,   Greenbush Elementary School

This book is a biography, so it's non-fiction.  This takes place in 1915.  Marian was black.  She was a very talented singer.  People wouldn't let her sing in some places because of the color of her skin. Marian wanted to sing in her home town, in the Metropolitan Opera House.  This book has illustrations.  They are a very important part of the book.  The book inspires.  Other people should read it because it shows how someone can succeed.  Marian becomes famous… but can she get
her wish?

Joshua, Michael, and Julian,  Grade 5, Northern Lincoln Elementary School, Lincoln, RI

When Marian Sang is a great biography book about an African-American girl who wants to sing opera. Her wonderful voice brings her fame and happiness. When Marian Sang is in Philadelphia's past, Marian goes to Washington to fulfill her dream... but you have to read it to find out! I liked this book because of its great painted illustrations. Also, it teaches a good lesson: Never give up. I recommend this book to 3-6 grades. When Marian sang is an outstanding book.

Jericha, 5th Grade-Northern Lincoln Elementary
 

You should read When Marian Sang. It is good.  I like her singing.
Aidan
Grade 3, John Brown Francis Elementary School, Warwick

I liked When Marian Sang because it was good. You should read it because it's interesting.

Abigail
Grade 3, John Brown Francis Elementary School, Warwick

I vote for When Marian Sang because this book will make you learn a good lesson about, don't judge a person by its skin.  It will make you make a dream come true. So read it!

Chelsea
Grade 3, John Brown Francis Elementary School, Warwick

I think When Marian Sang was a very understanding book and it had a very very good message.

Talia
Grade 3, John Brown Francis Elementary School, Warwick

I liked this book because it had descriptive words and her songs were beautiful.  I think other people should read it because it's what the world was like back then.

Jazzlyn
Grade 3, John Brown Francis Elementary School, Warwick

This book is about a little African American girl who LOVES to sing.  When she wanted to take singing lessons no one would let her because she was black.  This would not stop her from singing.   This book was good because it shows you you  can do anything if you set your mind to it.  It also shows you that your skin color doesn't matter but what your good at.

Anna   Grade 4, Charlestown school

"When Marian Sang she was like the birds singing.  Marian was so good that she went to a chorus called "People Chorus". With the help of her friends she got an audition  with the famous Giuseppe Boghetti.  Well, I can't tell you more because I might spoil it. Bye!!"

Julie, Quidnessett Elementary School, North Kingstown
 
 
 
 
 

This page was created on March 25, 2003 and updated on March 3, 2004.