WILL SMITH By: Julia Kirkpatrick Stephen Feinstein

Summary Will Smith started out as a rapper. Then he got his own TV show that became a famous movie. This playful, inspiring biography (book review) tells the exciting life of this African-American hero.

The Class Clown  He was born on September, in Philadelphia.  When he was young his parents would read to him.  Will’s favorite books were Dr. Seuss books.  He loved the rhymes and thought they were lots of fun.  Will’s grandma would take him to church every Sunday, one year he got to be in the holiday play and loved it.  Will learned how to play one the piano.  His parents loved music.  They wanted Will and his brother and sisters to perform together.  Will dreamed about becoming a performer.  Will’s favorite comedian was Eddie Murphy… his look alike  He loved to watch him on Saturday Night Live.  Will’s whole family was very funny.  At dinner, everyone joked and laughed a lot!  Once Will learned he could make people laugh, he never stopped trying.  At school, Will enjoyed being the class clown.  His funny stories and funny faces made the other kids laugh.  His friends called him “Prince” because he was so funny yet smart.  Will loved being the center of attention, but he knew when to stop fooling around.  His parents excepted Will to do well in school, and he did.

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