Mary Fields

by Kelisa Wing, Jeff Bane (Illustrator)

This biography for early readers examines the life of Mary Fields, also known as "Stagecoach Mary," who was the first Black female mail carrier in the United States, in a simple, age-appropriate way that helps young readers develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes table of contents, author biography, timeline, glossary, index, and other informative backmatter. The My Itty-Bitty Bio series celebrates diversity, covering women and men from a range of backgrounds and professions including immigrants and individuals with disabilities.

24 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2023

About the author

Kelisa Wing honorably served in the U.S. Army and has been an educator for 17 years.
Kelisa holds a Bachelor’s degree in English from UMUC, a Master of Arts in Secondary Education, and an Educational Specialist degree with a concentration in Curriculum, Instruction, and Educational Leadership from the University of Phoenix.
She speaks both nationally and internationally about discipline reform, equity, and student engagement.