All about Oprah Winfrey

Oprah Winfrey is an amazing woman who has done many wonderful things in her life. She was born in 1954 in Mississippi, USA. Oprah had a difficult childhood but she never gave up. She worked hard and became a successful TV host, actress, producer, and philanthropist.

1. What are some of the roles Oprah Winfrey is known for?
2. Where was Oprah Winfrey born?
3. What is the name of the talk show Oprah hosted?
4. Why is Oprah considered a role model for many people?
5. How did Oprah Winfrey use her show to help others?

A Visit to Chicago

Hi, my name is Tommy and I am 8 years old. I want to tell you about my amazing trip to Chicago, where Oprah Winfrey is super famous! It was so cool to be in a city where someone as awesome as Oprah has made a big impact.

1. I visited the Oprah Winfrey exhibit at the National Museum of African American History and Culture. It was so inspiring to learn about her life and all the amazing things she has done!
2. What was the most interesting thing I learned about Oprah Winfrey during my visit to the museum?
3. How did Oprah Winfrey's story inspire me during my trip to Chicago?
4. What qualities make Oprah Winfrey a role model for many people?
5. How did visiting a place influenced by Oprah Winfrey make me feel?

Oprah Winfrey Fact Finder

Your Turn...

After learning all about Oprah Winfrey, your job is to create a timeline of her life. You should add all the important events in her life but you can be inventive and add some interesting things that people might like to read about. You can make it as simply as you like with pen and paper or you can be very inventive and create a 3D diorama or hanging banner. The sky's the limit - go for it!

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