civil rights workers

Simple text and illustrations look at the life and career of civil rights activist John Lewis.

"Find out about the life of Martin Luther King Jr. from how he fought racism and led the civil rights movement in the United States to his tragic death and how he is remembered now around the world. The book has photographs and a simple text suitable for young children"--Provided by publisher.

An account of the life of Martin Luther King Jr. in graphic format that discusses his childhood, marriage, live as a civil rights activist, and other related topics.

Provides an in depth examination of Freedom Summer, a project to register African-American voters in Mississippi in 1964 which brought about violence in the state and influenced the civil rights movement.

Chronicles the attempts by Civil Right's organizers across the nation to secure voting rights for African-Americans in Mississippi during the summer of 1963.

Interviews between young people and people who took part in the civil rights movement accompany essays that describe the history of efforts to make equality a reality for African-Americans.

"Interconnected stories present a picture of racial inequality in America, showing systemic discrimination in all areas of society and showing the unbroken line of Black resistance to this inequality"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., explaining his work to bring a peaceful end to segregation.

"Series continuation. Narrative nonfiction, key events of the Civil Rights Movement in the years spanning from 1939-1954. Photographs throughout"--.

Chronicles the beginning of the Civil Rights Movement in 1948, and examines the significance of this year to the movement. Explains the history of oppression for Black Americans, the call for reform among Black leaders, including President Truman, and different resistance efforts from Southern segregationists. Includes photographs, fact boxes, a timeline, and a glossary.