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Bryan Collier
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Meet Coretta Scott King, a remarkable woman who used her voice to change the world! Even as a young girl, Coretta loved music, playing many instruments and singing beautiful songs. But growing up in Alabama, she saw unfairness and racism all around her. Instead of letting it stop her, she used her courage to stand up for what was right.
Learn how Coretta met Martin Luther King Jr. and how they worked together for peace and equality. Discover her "Freedom Concerts," where she shared powerful messages through music and helped others understand the fight for civil rights. Coretta's story is about speaking up, making a difference, and inspiring everyone to dream of a kinder, fairer world. Get ready to be inspired by her incredible journey!
9-12 Years
48 Pages
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A Black child learns from his parents why his life matters. (Ages 4 to 8)
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"A . . . story about a child of color being told by his parents how he matters"--School Library Journal.
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Tami Charles pens a text that is part love letter, part anthem, assuring readers that they always have, and always will, matter.
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"A . . . story about a child of color being told by his parents how he matters"--School Library Journal.
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Tami Charles pens a text that is part love letter, part anthem, assuring readers that they always have, and always will, matter.
6-8 Years
40 Pages
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Meet a woman whose words became a song for the entire world. Maya Angelou was many things a singer a dancer an activist and a groundbreaking poet but above all she was a survivor who found her voice. In this moving picture book told through lyrical poetry you will travel through Maya's life from her childhood to the moment she made history at a presidential inauguration. Her story is a powerful reminder that no matter how quiet you feel your voice has the power to lift others up. With striking collage art that brings her journey to life this portrait shows how one woman's courage and creativity earned her a place in history and even on the United States quarter.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
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Step back in time to meet a quiet, courageous woman whose single action helped change the entire course of American history. You will follow the inspiring true story of Rosa Parks, a hardworking seamstress in Alabama who bravely refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus. Through beautiful storytelling, you will understand the deep strength and determination it took for her to stand up for what was right during the Civil Rights movement. This powerful biography shows you that you do not need to be loud to be incredibly strong. It is an unforgettable journey that will teach you how one person's peaceful demand for respect can ignite a spark that changes the world forever.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
44 Pages
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Growing up in Baltimore, Thurgood Marshall is the loudest talker, the funniest joke teller, and the absolute best arguer in the neighborhood. He was practically born to be a lawyer. You will follow his electric journey from being the star of his high school debate team to becoming a brilliant law student who refuses to accept the unfair treatment of Black Americans. As a top lawyer for the NAACP, Thurgood turns his sharp mind into a powerful weapon against discriminatory laws. Earning the nickname Mr. Civil Rights, he takes his fight all the way to the Supreme Court, winning cases that change history and desegregating schools across the nation. This high-energy story captures the intensity and brilliance of the man who shattered barriers to become the first Black United States Supreme Court Justice.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
42 Pages
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Long before he became the President of the United States, Barack Obama was a young boy experiencing life in places like Hawaii and Jakarta. Growing up in a diverse family, he quickly learned the importance of understanding different cultures and listening to people's unique stories. This stunningly illustrated biography traces his remarkable path from a curious student to a dedicated community organizer fighting for social change. You will see how he carried the torch of past civil rights leaders, working tirelessly to ensure that the promises of equality and justice applied to everyone. With lyrical words and beautiful collage artwork, this inspiring book highlights the hard work and deep empathy that shaped his leadership. Discover the incredible true story of a man who believed in the power of hope and proved that anyone can rise up to make a massive difference in the world.
6-8 Years
48 Pages
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