Who Was Ida B. Wells?

"Who Was Ida B. Wells?" introduces young readers to the remarkable life of Ida B. Wells, a pivotal figure in American history. Born into slavery in 1862, she was freed by the Emancipation Proclamation and dedicated her life to exposing injustice and advocating for civil rights. The book covers her journey from a determined young woman to a renowned journalist, newspaper co-owner, and co-founder of the NAACP, as well as her work for women's suffrage. It gently but honestly addresses the harsh realities of racial discrimination and violence she fought against, making it an excellent resource for discussing historical injustices and the power of individual action. Ideal for ages 4-11, it inspires children to understand the importance of standing up for what is right.

The story of how a girl born into slavery became an early leader in the civil rights movement and the most famous Black female journalist in nineteenth-century America. Born into slavery in 1862, Ida Bell Wells was freed as a result of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1865. Yet she could see how just how unjust the world was. This drove her to become a journalist and activist. Throughout her life, she fought against prejudice and for equality for African Americans. Ida B. Wells would go on to co-own a newspaper, write several books, help cofound the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), and fight for women's right to vote.