School in the Civil Rights Movement

A parent might reach for this book when their child asks about fairness, skin color, or why historical photos show separate schools. This nonfiction book clearly explains school segregation and the fight for integration during the Civil Rights Movement, focusing on key events like Brown v. Board of Education and the stories of brave children like Ruby Bridges. It tackles themes of justice, resilience, and bravery in a factual, age-appropriate way for 7 to 10 year olds, providing essential historical context for a pivotal era in American history.