Glory Be

"Glory Be" transports readers to the summer of 1964 in Hanging Moss, Mississippi, where 11-year-old Glory is about to turn twelve. The town is gripped by racial tension as leaders decide to close the public swimming pool rather than allow it to be desegregated. Through Glory's eyes, the book explores the profound impact of segregation on a community and the personal struggles of individuals caught in a pivotal moment of the Civil Rights Movement. It delves into themes of justice, family bonds, and the courage it takes to stand up for what is right, making it an excellent resource for discussing historical events and social change with children.

In the summer of 1964 as she is about to turn twelve, Glory's town of Hanging Moss, Mississippi, is beset by racial tension when town leaders close her beloved public pool rather than desegregating it.