Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing

Copyright Date: 2018

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

Pages: 32 pages

ISBN: 1-538-21155-6

ISBN 13: 978-1-538-21155-7

Dewey: 323.1196

LCCN: 2017016492

Dimensions: 24 cm.

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

Language: English

Bibliography Index/Note: Includes bibliographical references and index.

Reading Level: 5.0

Interest Level: 4-7

Lexile: 1080L

Guided Reading Level: T

The U.S. civil rights movement rose to prominence in the 1950s, with protests finally compelling civil rights legislation in the mid-1960s. But activists still contended with institutional racism embedded in America's economic, political, and cultural systems. This important, wide-ranging volume tells the story of the early movement and the figures who fought for equality, such as Martin Luther King, Rosa Parks, and Malcolm X. It also includes discussion of the ramifications of the movement and the actions of its leaders today. Historical photographs, primary sources, and powerful quotes from eyewitnesses of events will resonate with readers.