Students will find well-researched and informative titles in the Freedom's Promise series (12 new titles), which focuses on well-known and comparatively unsung individuals and their contributions to rights and freedom, as well as important events that have affected and changed them. Aretha Franklin traces the life of this inspiring singer and her work as a civil rights activist. The short sentences, large photographs, charts, and diagrams will keep young researchers interested. Related links to videos and articles, quotes, suggested activities, and thoughtful questions will have readers thinking even deeper about each topic's continued influence. Fast Facts summarize important points from each title, and a glossary, index, and online resources round out the insightful books in this series.