How Do You Spell Unfair?: MacNolia Cox and the National Spelling Bee

How Do You Spell Unfair? tells the powerful story of MacNolia Cox, a young spelling champion who loved reading the dictionary for fun. In 1936, the eighth grader became the first African American to win the Akron, Ohio spelling bee, earning the chance to compete in the National Spelling Bee in Washington, DC.

But as MacNolia traveled to the competition, she faced the harsh reality of segregation and discrimination. Written by Carole Boston Weatherford and illustrated by Frank Morrison, this moving picture book highlights her historic achievement and determination in the face of injustice.