
Deborah Wiles' "Revolution" transports readers to 1964 Mississippi, where young Sunny grapples with the complexities of a newly blended family amidst the burgeoning Civil Rights Movement. As activists arrive from the North to register African Americans to vote, Sunny observes firsthand the "scary community agitation" and the profound societal shifts occurring around her. This 495-page chapter book offers a powerful blend of personal coming-of-age and historical narrative, making it suitable for readers aged 8-12. Parents should be prepared to discuss themes of racial discrimination, social justice, family dynamics, and the courage required to stand up for what is right during a pivotal moment in American history.
Struggling to adapt within her newly blended family in 1964 Mississippi, young Sunny witnesses increasingly scary community agitation when activists from the North arrive in town to help register African-Americans to vote.