Book Series · 2 Books

People You Should Know Books

In order from Ruby Bridges to Mohamed Salah.

The People You Should Know series is a set of 2 picture books by M. Michelle Derosier and Nevien Shaabneh, published in 2019. Written for ages 8–10, most books run about 30 pages.

Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

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$2999

Book #1 · Picture Book · Ages 8–10 · 2019

Ruby Bridges

By M. Michelle Derosier

A young girl bravely integrates an all-white school, changing history.

32 pages· 2,963 words· Est. 23 min read-aloud

Library Binding

Summary: At just six, Ruby Bridges steps into an all-white school, unaware her courage will ignite change. As the first black child in William Frantz Elementary, her journey is fraught with challenges. Can one small girl truly alter the course of history? Discover how Ruby's simple act of attending school becomes a powerful symbol of hope and transformation, proving that even the youngest among us can make a profound difference.

Ages 3–6Picture Book Club

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Two hardcover picture books a month, perfect for reading aloud, with coordinated spines for a beautiful shelf.

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The complete set

People You Should Know Series

2 books · Published 2019

Series

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$2999

Ruby Bridges

Picture Book · Ages 8–10 · 2019

A young girl bravely integrates an all-white school, changing history.

Series

Sale price

$2849

Mohamed Salah

Picture Book · Ages 8–10 · 2019

A soccer star's journey to global triumph.

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How many books are in the People You Should Know series?

There are 2 books in the People You Should Know series. It began with Ruby Bridges in 2019, and the newest book, Mohamed Salah, was published in 2019.