Books About 1960s Social Change

The Best 1960s Social Change Books for Kids

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Looking for excellent children's books about 1960s social change? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Our 1 Favorite Books About 1960s Social Change

One Crazy Summer
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010

One Crazy Summer

Three sisters meet their estranged mother and uncover unexpected truths during a summer with the Black Panthers.

218 pages· 45,472 words· Est. 6.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 38,246 ratings
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Summary: In 1968, Delphine and her sisters travel from Brooklyn to Oakland to reunite with their estranged mother, Cecile. Expecting a summer of fun, they instead find themselves at a Black Panther day camp. As Delphine navigates this unexpected world, she learns about family, identity, and the turbulent times they live in. Will the sisters find the connection they seek, or will Cecile's radical life keep them apart? Discover the transformative journey of three girls in a summer that changes everything.