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Description
The book describes the historic marches from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, in 1965, where civil rights advocates peacefully protested for voting rights. It details how the marchers faced opposition, including violent confrontations with state troopers at the Edmund Pettus Bridge. The narrative follows the repeated efforts of African Americans to complete the march to the state capital, ultimately leading to the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Quick Summary
Walk alongside heroes who marched 54 miles for freedom, risking everything to claim the right Americans deserve. Kids will feel the heart-pounding moments of the Selma bridge confrontation and cheer when the Voting Rights Act became law, proving one march can change history. If your kid loves true stories about ordinary people doing extraordinary things like "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" or "Harriet Tubman: The Road to Freedom," they will be inspired by this real-life adventure. Perfect for ages 9 to 12 in grades 4 through 8 who want to discover how courage and determination transformed a nation.