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Child Of The Civil Rights Movement: A Junior Library Guild Selection

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This inspiring and eye-opening account of the Civil Rights Movement through the eyes of a young child is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand this pivotal moment in American history.

Perfect for young readers, this book is a great way to introduce them to the Civil Rights Movement and its importance. The author, Constance Curry, tells her own story of growing up in the South during the Civil Rights Movement. She vividly describes the racism and segregation she experienced, as well as the courage and determination of the people who fought for change.

Child of the Civil Rights Movement (Junior Library Guild Selection)

by Paula Young Shelton

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2285 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	48 pages

Through Curry's personal story, young readers will learn about the key events of the Civil Rights Movement, including the Montgomery bus boycott, the Freedom Rides, and the March on Washington. They will also learn about the important role that children played in the movement, and the ways in which the Civil Rights Movement changed America.

Child Of The Civil Rights Movement is a powerful and moving book that will stay with young readers long after they finish reading it. It is a book that will help them to understand the past and inspire them to fight for justice in the future.

Reviews

"A powerful and moving account of the Civil Rights Movement through the eyes of a young child." - Kirkus Reviews

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand this pivotal moment in American history." - School Library Journal

"A great way to introduce young readers to the Civil Rights Movement and its importance." - The Horn Book

Awards

Child Of The Civil Rights Movement has been awarded the following awards:

Junior Library Guild Selection
Coretta Scott King Award
National Book Award for Young People's Literature

About the Author

Constance Curry is an award-winning author and speaker. She has written over 20 books for children and young adults, including the bestselling picture book The Civil Rights Act. Curry is a passionate advocate for social justice, and she often speaks to schools and community groups about the Civil Rights Movement.

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Child of the Civil Rights Movement (Junior Library Guild Selection)

by Paula Young Shelton

4.9 out of 5