Tonya Leslie
Author
Series
Publisher
Marvel
Pub. Date
2023.
Edition
First paperback edition.
Language
English
Description
When her Lower East Side, New York, neighborhood needs saving, a 13-year- old Black, super-genius transforms into her Marvel super hero alter-ego: Moon Girl! Her best friend Casey is there to manage her social media, and her giant red T-Rex, Devil Dinosaur, is by her side for muscle. Moon Girl is confident, determined, and ready for action in her turbo-powered roller skates.
Author
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Addy Walker escapes a Southern plantation during the turbulent Civil War. Meet Addy as she and her mother make a daring journey from slavery to freedom in 1864. Addy's story is sure to engage young girls as they learn what it was like to be a girl during the Civil War in this Step 3 Step into Reading leveled reader."--Publisher's description.
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"People of character explores important character traits through the lives of famous historical figures. Rosa Parks highlights how this great individual demonstrated courage during her life. Intended for grades three through six"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Language
English
Description
Discover the life of John Lewis-a story for kids ages 6 to 9 about fighting for a better world
John Lewis was a civil rights leader and United States congressman who never stopped speaking up for justice, equality, and peace. Before he marched with Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement, John was a thoughtful kid who loved learning but wasn't able to go to a good school because of segregation.
He wanted to make a difference in...
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Martin Luther King, Jr. dreamed about a day when people would not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character. This book introduces young readers to a man who fully believed in fairness.
Author
Language
English
Description
Discover the life of Kamala Harris-a story about fighting for justice for kids ages 6 to 9
Kamala Harris is the first woman, Black American, and South Asian American to become vice president of the United States. Before she made history, Kamala was a passionate kid who enjoyed traveling and attended civil rights protests with her family. She always wanted to help people, so she worked hard to become a lawyer, then a U.S. senator, and now, vice president!...
Author
Language
English
Description
Discover the power of standing for equality-the Rosa Parks story for kids ages 8 to 12
Here's the whole, true story of Rosa Parks' life-and the spark of change she helped light for the civil rights movement. So Other People Would Be Also Free reveals how Rosa's lifetime of experiences inspired her famous choice-when she stayed seated on a segregated bus to take a stand for racial equality.
Take a walk through her childhood and hear about her struggles...
9) Rosa Parks
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.2 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Rosa Parks lived her life courageously. She refused to change bus seats because she was African-American. Children will discover the bravery of Rosa Parks during a time of racial segregation.
10) Abraham Lincoln
Author
Series
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.9 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
By speaking boldly, Abraham Lincoln earned the nickname "Honest Abe." Young readers will learn how Abraham Lincoln used honesty to lead a country divided over slavery.
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"John Lewis was a civil rights leader and United States congressman who never stopped speaking up for justice, equality, and peace. Before he marched with Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement, John was a thoughtful kid who loved learning, but wasn't able to go to a good school because of segregation. He wanted to make a difference in his community, so he organized peaceful protests to end segregation and fight for equal rights for...
Author
Series
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
"Barack Obama became the first African American president of the United States and made a lot of important changes during his time in office. Before he made history fighting for health care, the environment, and civil rights, he was a smart kid who knew he wanted to help others. He worked hard to become a lawyer, a senator, and then the president, all so that he could change people's lives for the better. Explore how Barack went from being a young...
Author
Publisher
Bellwether Media
Pub. Date
2008
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"People of character explores important character traits through the lives of famous historical figures. Martin Luther King, Jr. highlights how this great individual demonstrated fairness during his life. Intended for grades three through six"--Provided by publisher.
Publisher
Random House
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"This Step into Reading collection features five American Girl leveled readers ... With exciting, inspiring stories about girls who faced big challenges with bravery and determination, this book is the perfect gift for young readers ages 4 to 7. The stories cover a range of settings and topics, including finding freedom during the Civil War, growing up in a Nez Perce Indian tribe in 1764, standing up for equality in the Civil Rights era, celebrating...