Story of John Lewis: A Biography Book for Young Readers

Leslie, Tonya This will be one of the first young chapter book biography's about John Lewis that is specifically created for readers ages 6-9-newly independent readers in first and second grades-that relays the historical information through the core curriculum standards of answering Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How. Discover the life of John Lewis―a story for kids ages 6 to 9 about fighting for a better world John Lewis was a civil rights leader and United States congressman who never stopped speaking up for justice, equality, and peace. Before he marched with Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement, John was a thoughtful kid who loved learning but wasn’t able to go to a good school because of segregation. He wanted to make a difference in his community, so he organized peaceful protests to end segregation and fight for equal rights for Black Americans. Explore how John went from being a young farm boy to a famous activist, politician, and leader. The Story of John