{"product_id":"the-story-of-ruby-bridges-an-inspiring-biography-for-young-readers-paperback","title":"The Story of Ruby Bridges: An Inspiring Biography for Young Readers - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eArlisha Norwood PhD Alston\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if being brave meant going to school? Meet Ruby Bridges--the 6-year-old who made history with every step she took.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Story of Ruby Bridges\u003c\/em\u003e, young readers discover how one courageous child helped break down racial barriers during the civil rights movement. Ruby Bridges was the first Black student to attend an all-white public school in the southern United States. Before she helped desegregate schools and change the course of history, she was a happy girl who helped take care of her younger siblings and loved to play outside. Her life changed when she was chosen to attend William Frantz Elementary, where she became a civil rights leader at a very young age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes this biography a classroom and family favorite: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTailored for Young Readers\u003c\/strong\u003e - Designed for ages 6-9 with short, easy-to-read chapters that support independent reading and early comprehension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Learning\u003c\/strong\u003e - Includes discussion questions, key vocabulary, and thoughtful prompts to foster critical thinking and empathy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmotionally Resonant\u003c\/strong\u003e - Ruby's strength in the face of injustice helps spark meaningful conversations about fairness, inclusion, and bravery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile and Engaging\u003c\/strong\u003e - Ideal for read-alouds, classroom libraries, homeschool units, and Black History Month lessons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of the acclaimed \u003cem\u003eThe Story Of\u003c\/em\u003e series, this isn't just a biography--it's a tool for raising brave, compassionate kids. If your child is ready to learn about history through the eyes of a child who lived it, \u003cem\u003eThe Story of Ruby Bridges\u003c\/em\u003e is the perfect place to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eARLISHA NORWOOD ALSTON\u003c\/b\u003e is a historian, researcher, and social justice advocate. She received her PhD in history from Howard University. She has published several children's books including \u003ci\u003eBlack Heroes: A Black History Book for Kids: 51 Inspiring People from Ancient Africa to Modern-Day U.S.A.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.39 x 8.03 x 5.75 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 20, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50325114093805,"sku":"9781648765391","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/8918\/9441\/files\/4wjCFRp4fp9781648765391.webp?v=1784840753","url":"https:\/\/www.webster.direct\/products\/the-story-of-ruby-bridges-an-inspiring-biography-for-young-readers-paperback","provider":"Webster.Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}