Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2001
Freedom Summer
Two friends face racism when a new law challenges old prejudices.
32 pages· 997 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
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Summary: In the summer of 1964, Joe and John Henry's friendship is tested by the harsh realities of segregation. Despite a new law opening the town pool to all, they discover that changing hearts is harder than changing laws. As they race to the pool, they confront the deep-seated racism that still divides their Southern town. Can their bond withstand the societal barriers that seek to keep them apart?
