While on trial as an accomplice to a murder, sixteen-year-old Steve Harmon records his experiences in prison and in the courtroom in the form of a film script as he tries to come to terms with the course his life has taken.
kids talk about the Civil Rights Movement with the people who made it happen
King, Casey
Interviews between young people and people who took part in the civil rights movement accompany essays that describe the history of efforts to make equality a reality for African-Americans.
"Interconnected stories present a picture of racial inequality in America, showing systemic discrimination in all areas of society and showing the unbroken line of Black resistance to this inequality"--Provided by publisher.
Profiles five influential Black Americans in business and commerce, and explores their impact on the United States. Includes color photographs, sidebars, and additional resources.
Profiles five Black American civil rights activists and political leaders and their impact on civil rights and politics in the United States. Includes color photographs, sidebars, and additional resources.
Profiles five famous Black American scientists and inventors who have shaped the United States. Includes color and black-and-white photographs, sidebars, and additional resources.
Profiles five influential Black Americans and their impact on music, dance, filmmaking, and literature in the United States. Includes color photographs, sidebars, and additional resources.
Explores the history and culture of Black Americans, and examines how their experiences during various historical events have shaped Black American identity. Includes color photographs, sidebars, and additional resources.
