Billy White Hawk leaves his Idaho reservation in search of a better life in California, where instead he encounters hatred and hostility that are increasingly difficult to cope with.
In rural Georgia during World War II, twelve-year-old Ramona Louise determines to do everything to help her beloved older sister Georgie keep the family together after the death of their parents, even to keeping a secret which could destroy their close relationship.
"Explores age old debates regarding American equality, segregation, and discrimination. Concepts include: question and answers, opinions, and debates. Activities allow the reader to create their own stance on several topics related to equality"--.
Three young people--one from an atheistic city, one from a country that believes in many gods, and one from a land that worships the one "real" God--set out on a mission to end the war that has been perpetuated by these disparate beliefs.
When Lisa Barnes works on her high school science project with Harvey Burns, she begins receiving anti-semitic notes in the mail which seem intent on breaking up their friendship.
Having suffered prejudice from his soccer coach and teammates, Mexican American Joaquin moves to a new high school, helps start a soccer team there, and learns about preconceived notions and personal priorities.
