The March on Washington, by Bonnie Bader ; with Melody stories by Denise Lewis Patrick ; illustrated by Kelley McMorris
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The March on Washington, by Bonnie Bader ; with Melody stories by Denise Lewis Patrick ; illustrated by Kelley McMorris
Language
eng
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Index
no index present
resource.interestAgeLevel
Age 7-10
resource.interestGradeLevel
Grade 4 to 6
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
The March on Washington
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
1034591508
Responsibility statement
by Bonnie Bader ; with Melody stories by Denise Lewis Patrick ; illustrated by Kelley McMorris
Series statement
Real stories from my time
Summary
"In 1933, people from all over the country came together calling for equal rights for African Americans. The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom was a peaceful protest and the setting for Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I have a dream' speech. Learn about the inspiring people and incredible acts of courage that led to this historic moment. Plus, American girl Melody shares her own experiences growing up during the civil rights movement and dealing with discrimination"--Back cover
Table Of Contents
A march toward freedom -- Jim Crow laws -- A movement begins -- Brown and boycotts -- The world is watching -- The Children's Crusade -- Planning the march -- The people come and come and come -- The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom -- Success and sorrow
Target audience
juvenile
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- March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, Washington, D.C., 1963 -- Juvenile literature
- Civil rights demonstrations -- Washington (D.C.) -- History -- 20th century
- Civil rights demonstrations -- Washington (D.C.) -- History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature
- African Americans + Civil rights + History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature
- Illustrated works
- Civil rights movements -- United States -- History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature
- March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, Washington, D.C, 1963
- African Americans + Civil rights + History -- 20th century
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- March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, Washington, D.C., 1963 -- Juvenile literature
- Civil rights demonstrations -- Washington (D.C.) -- History -- 20th century
- Civil rights demonstrations -- Washington (D.C.) -- History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature
- African Americans + Civil rights + History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature
- Illustrated works
- Civil rights movements -- United States -- History -- 20th century -- Juvenile literature
- March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, Washington, D.C, 1963
- African Americans + Civil rights + History -- 20th century
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- Author2
- Illustrator1
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