Publisher: Rosen Publishing Group

Copyright Date: 2018

Edition Date: 2018 Release Date: 01/15/18

Pages: 48 pages

ISBN: 1-538-38029-3

ISBN 13: 978-1-538-38029-1

Dewey: 323.1196

LCCN: 2017013901

Dimensions: 25 cm.

Subject Heading:
Civil rights workers. United States. History. 20th century. Juvenile literature.
African Americans. Segregation. Southern States. History. 20th century. Juvenile literature.
African Americans. Civil rights. Southern States. History. 20th century. Juvenile literature.
Civil rights movements. Southern States. History. 20th century. Juvenile literature.
Civil rights workers. United States. History. 20th century.
African Americans. Segregation. Southern States. History. 20th century.
African Americans. Civil rights. Southern States. History. 20th century.
Civil rights movements. Southern States. History. 20th century.
Southern States. Race relations. History. 20th century. Juvenile literature.
Southern States. Race relations. History. 20th century.

Language: English

Bibliography Index/Note: Includes bibliographical references (pages 45-46) and index.

Word Count: 3,138

Reading Level: 6.1

Interest Level: 5-9

Accelerated Reader: reading level: 6.1 / points: 1.0 / quiz: 194947 / grade: Middle Grades+

Guided Reading Level: W

For decades leading up to the civil rights movement, African Americans faced segregation, danger, and humiliation while using public transportation and facilities. Interstate travel posed additional risks, until black as well as white nonviolent protestors challenged the status quo. In solidarity, they boarded public transportation, rode across state lines, and staunchly violated discriminatory laws. Harassed, beaten, and jailed, they pressed forward toward integration. Their courageous "freedom rides" drew widespread attention and ultimately helped change laws. Readers take a fast-paced trip through history to learn about the Freedom Rides' gutsy passengers, treacherous routes, and remarkable achievements.