Ruby Bridges
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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 Goodreads · 233 ratings
80 pages· 3,837 words· Est. 43 min read· 860L
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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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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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