In a beautiful and poetic reflection,Ruby Bridges tells her storyas never before and shares the events of the momentous day in 1960when Ruby became the first child to integrate the school systemas a six year old little girl - a personal and intimate lookthrough a child's lens at a landmark moment in our Civil Rights history.My work will be precious,I will be a bridge between people.I will bridge the "gap" between black & white.. but hopefully all people!I suppose some things in life are just meant to be.When Ruby Bridges was just six years old,she became the first AfricanAmerican student to integrate an elementary school in the South.Based on the pivotal events that happened in 1960 and toldfrom her own point of view for the first time,in a poetic reflectionon her experience that changed the face of history and the trajectoryof the Civil Rights movement.I Am Ruby Bridges offers hope and confidence to all children andis a perfect learning tool for schools and libraries to teach thestory of Ruby Bridges as never before and introducing this landmarkstory to young readers in a powerful new way. This story of innocenceand courage is brought to life by NAACP-nominated artist,Nikkolas Smith through stunning and beautiful illustrations.Embracingthe meaning of her name,Bridges reflects with poignancy andheart on the way one brave little girl stood proud and tall tohelp build a bridge between all people and pave the path for futuregenerations.
Publisher: Scholastic USISBN: 9781338753882Number of pages: 48Weight: 480 gDimensions: 222 x 282 x 14 mm
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