african american civil rights workers

Malcolm X faced many injustices growing up as an African American in the early twentieth century. Funneling his anger over systemic racism into activism, Malcolm X became a leader of the civil rights movement as well as one of the best-known spokesmen for the Nation of Islam. In this engaging biography, students will learn about Malcolm X's trials, tribulations, and victories in the battle for civil rights. Students will be guided through the reading with historical context and primary source documents, as well as a glossary of important words, a timeline, and references for further reading.

The first African-American to earn a doctorate at Harvard, W. E. B. Du Bois went on to become one of history's most important civil rights activists. This text analyzes how Du Bois became a leading figure in American history and examines his most influential texts. Students will read and interpret his most important works within their historical context.

A graphic novel account of some pivotal moments in the Civil Rights Movement.

Describes the young adulthood of Phillip Lanier, an African-American soldier who escaped the danger and racism of segregated Georgia by joining the U.S. Navy and survived the sinking of the U.S.S. "Truxtun.".

An exploration of African-American activism from 1850 through 1950 that focuses on events in the South and discusses key themes, moments, and individuals.

"Give[s] readers a...glimpse into the boyhood of Civil Rights leader John Lewis. John wants to be a preacher when he grows up--a leader whose words stir hearts to change, minds to think, and bodies to take action. But why wait? When John is put in charge of the family farm's flock of chickens, he discovers that they make a wonderful congregation! So he preaches to his flock, and they listen, content under his watchful care, riveted by the rhythm of his voice. Includes an author's note about John Lewis, who grew up to be a member of the Freedom Riders, chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, and demonstrator on the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, and is now a Georgia congressman"--Provided by publisher.

"Simple text and photographs present the life of W.E.B. Du Bois, a scholar and civil rights activist"--Provided by publisher.

Profiles politician John Lewis, an early civil rights leader who participated in the famed March on Selma and went on to become a U.S. Representative for Georgia's 5th congressional district.

This outstanding biography details the life of W.E.B. Du Bois as well as his roles in the Niagara Movement and the NAACP.