She Persisted: Ruby Bridges (She Persisted)
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- Synopsis
- Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds!In this chapter book biography by NAACP Image Award-winning author and Coretta Scott King Honor recipient Kekla Magoon, readers learn about the amazing life of Ruby Bridges--and how she persisted. As a first grader, Ruby Bridges was the first Black student to integrate William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans, Louisiana. This was no easy task, especially for a six-year-old. Ruby's bravery and perseverance inspired children and adults alike to fight for equality and social justice. Perfect for back-to-school reading!Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton, black-and-white illustrations throughout, and a list of ways that readers can follow in Ruby Bridges's footsteps and make a difference! Praise for She Persisted: Ruby Bridges: "Bridges&’ voice, quoted from various sources, gives readers access to her own perspective. A context-offering complement to Bridges&’ own books for children." --Kirkus Reviews
- Copyright:
- 2021
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- ISBN-13:
- 9780593115886
- Related ISBNs:
- 9780593115879
- Publisher:
- Penguin Young Readers Group
- Date of Addition:
- 02/04/22
- Copyrighted By:
- Chelsea Clinton.
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- History, Children's Books, Nonfiction, Biographies and Memoirs
- Grade Levels:
- First grade, Second grade, Third grade, Fourth grade
- Reading Age:
- 6–9
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
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