A Nation's Hope
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Picture Book · Ages 6–8 · 2011 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

A Nation's Hope

A boxing match becomes a symbol of unity on the brink of war.

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40 pages· 776 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· ~770L
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As World War II looms, African American boxer Joe Louis faces German Max Schmeling in a fight transcending the heavyweight title. This historic bout unites Black and White America, symbolizing a nation's struggle against prejudice and tyranny. Can Joe carry the weight of a people's hope and ideals in the ring?

From the publisher

On the eve of World War II, African American boxer Joe Louis fought German Max Schmeling in a bout that had more at stake than just the world heavyweight title; for much of America their fight came to represent America’s war with Germany. This elegant and powerful picture book biography centers around the historic fight in which Black and White America were able to put aside prejudice and come together to celebrate our nation’s ideals.

Awards

The New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Books Award (2011)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
776
Reading age
6–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~770L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.9
F&P level
~R
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
142513
Publication
Published
January 20, 2011
Publisher
Dial Books for Young Readers
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780803731677

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