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Offers a documentary account of the events that took place in Mississippi in the summer of 1964, when three young Civil Rights activists were abducted and murdered.

"A history of Floyd McKissick's 1969 plan to build a Black city in North Carolina, examining the story of the idealists who settled there, the obstacles that derailed the project, and what Soul City's saga says about Black opportunity, capitalism, and power then and now"--Provided by publisher.

"Working with her husband Martin Luther King Jr. and well after his death, Coretta Scott King was a civil rights activist in her own right. She had aspirations of becoming a musician. However, in the 1950s and 1960s, the world changed and Coretta Scott King joined the fight for a more equal America. Readers discover the story of her life, including her upbringing, her influence during the civil rights movement, and her legacy. Sidebars, fact boxes, and questions engage the reader and help them come to know one of the most influential voices for social justice in the 20th century"--Provided by publisher.

A biography of Coretta Scott King, an American civil rights activist, and the wife of civil rights leader, Martin Luther King, Jr.

A story of resistance, strength and unwavering spirit, this graphic novel about Rosa Parks invites readers to immerse themselves in the life of the civil rights leader and the powerful act that earned her the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement.".

"Follow Cesar Chavez and the National Farmworkers Association as they set out on a difficult 300-mile protest march in support of farm workers' rights. A story of hope, solidarity, and perseverance, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves in the life of the famous Latino American Civil Rights leader -- brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations"--.

A story of resistance, strength and unwavering spirit, this graphic novel about Rosa Parks invites readers to immerse themselves in the life of the civil rights leader and the powerful act that earned her the title "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement.".

"[This book] explores the [life,] political ideas and philosophies of civil rights activist Fannie Lou Hamer"--Provided by publisher.

Using your voice to stand up for what's right is challenging. One voice can become weak when many loud voices drown it out, yet it can take just one voice to inspire others and make change happen. The inspirational biographies in this book will motivate readers to be a voice in their communities, in their classrooms, and in the world beyond. Featured activists include Harriet Tubman, Mohatma Gandhi, Malala Yousafzai, and Greta Thunberg. They were especially chosen to appeal to readers and expand their knowledge of issues around the world. Activities, quotes, and cartoon characters featured throughout add to the attractive design and learning experience.

"A picture book biography about Georgia Gilmore, the woman whose cooking helped feed and fund the Montgomery bus boycott of 1956"--.