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"In 1963, people from all over the country came together calling for equal rights for African Americans. The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom was a peaceful protest and the setting for Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I have a dream' speech. Learn about the inspiring people and...
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Scholastic Inc.,
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| Publisher Address: | New York, NY : |
| Publication Dates: | [2019] |
| Literature type: | Book |
| Language: | English |
| Series: |
Real stories from my time
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| Summary: |
"In 1963, people from all over the country came together calling for equal rights for African Americans. The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom was a peaceful protest and the setting for Martin Luther King Jr.'s 'I have a dream' speech. Learn about the inspiring people and incredible acts of courage that led to this historic moment. Plus, American girl Melody shares her own experiences growing up during the civil rights movement and dealing with discrimination"--Back cover. |
| Item Description: | "Melody"--Cover. |
| Carrier Form: | 118 pages : illustrations, map ; 20 cm |
| Audience: |
Age 7-10. Grade 4 to 6. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references. |
| ISBN: |
9781338193015 1338193015 9780876176009 0876176007 9781549087776 1549087770 |
| Index Number: | F200 |
| CLC: | I712.84 |
| Call Number: | I712.84/B134 |
| Contents: |
A march toward freedom -- Jim Crow laws -- A movement begins -- Brown and boycotts -- The world is watching -- The Children's Crusade -- Planning the march -- The people come and come and come -- The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom -- Success and sorrow. |