african american civil rights workers

Chronicles the life and career of political activist Malcom X.

A biography of Georgia congressman John Lewis, focusing on his activities on behalf of civil rights.

"Malcolm X is known as a leader of the civil rights movement. He faced racism, spent time in prison, became a minister, joined the Nation of Islam, left, took a pilgrimage to Mecca, traveled the world, and became a public figure before his assassination. Explore how his words shaped the civil rights movement and the people who called him a leader"--Provided by publisher.

A poem in which Ntozake Shange recalls her childhood growing up in the company W.E.B. Du Bois, Dizzy Gillespie, Paul Robeson, and other great African-American men who were instrumental in changing American culture and society.

"Before Rosa Parks famously refused to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama, fifteen-year-old Claudette Colvin made the same choice. She insisted on standing up--or in her case, sitting down--for what was right, and in doing so, fought for equality, fairness, and justice"--Provided by publisher.

An illustrated biography of civil rights leader John Lewis, including sidebars with background information on themes relevant to Lewis's life.

"A book for young readers about the life and legacy of civil rights activist Claudette Colvin"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the life and influence of civil rights activist and leader W. E. B. Du Bois.

"Discusses the Freedom Rides, an important event in the Civil Rights Movement, including the riders who risked their lives, the violence the riders faced, and the successful integration of interstate buses and terminals"--Provided by publisher.

"Examines the Birmingham Civil Rights Movement, including the organizers of the protests, the movement's support from young people, the violence that occurred, and the integration of Birmingham"--Provided by publisher.