Ruby Bridges: School Integration Hero

By: Becker, Becca

In this book, early fluent readers will learn about segregation in the United States, how Black and white schools were separate but not equal, and how Ruby Bridges single-handedly desegregated William Frantz Elementary School when she was six years old. A Take a Look infographic shows readers which U.S. states resisted school integration. Sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and a timeline highlights key events in Ruby Bridges' life. Children can learn more about Ruby Bridges using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Ruby Bridges also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index. Ruby Bridges is part of Jump 's American Heroes series.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN13: 9798896623656
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Pogo Books
• Length: 24 Pages