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Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2021 · Est. 43 min read
Ruby Bridges
Written by Kekla Magoon and Chelsea Clinton · Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger and Gillian Flint
Part of the She Persisted series
A young girl breaks barriers, inspiring a fight for equality.
4.4/5 Goodreads · 232 ratings
80 pages· 3,837 words· Est. 43 min read
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Bookroo's summary
Meet Ruby Bridges, a courageous first grader who became the first Black student to integrate a New Orleans school. Her bravery in the face of adversity sparked a movement for social justice. Discover how Ruby's determination inspired generations to stand up for equality. This chapter book, complete with illustrations and an introduction by Chelsea Clinton, invites young readers to follow in Ruby's footsteps and make a difference. Will Ruby's story inspire you to persist against the odds?
From the publisher
Inspired by the #1 New York Times bestseller She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton and Alexandra Boiger comes a chapter book series about women who stood up, spoke up and rose up against the odds! As a first grader, Ruby Bridges was the first Black student to integrate William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans, Louisiana. This was no easy task, especially for a six-year-old. Ruby’s bravery and perseverance inspired children and adults alike to fight for equality and social justice. In this chapter book biography by award-winning author Kekla Magoon, readers learn about the amazing life of Ruby Bridges–and how she persisted. Complete with an introduction from Chelsea Clinton!
At a glance
- Format
- Pages
- 80
- Words
- 3,837
- Reading age
- 6–9
- Audience
- Juvenile Reader
- Lexile
- 860L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~5.5
- F&P level
- ~T
Publication
- Published
- August 24, 2021
- First published
- August 3, 2021
- Publisher
- Philomel Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Chapter Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780593115862
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