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Fault Lines in the Constitution: The Framers, Their Fights, and the Flaws that Affect Us Today
This thought-provoking examination of the history of the U.S. Constitution gives careful consideration to how it functions today.- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Politics & Government
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Older
- ISBN: 9781561459452
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Freedom Riders: John Lewis and Jim Zwerg on the Front Lines of the Civil Rights Movement
The 1961 Freedom Rides come to life in Bausum's book through the unflinching personal stories of two men uniting for a common cause: Lewis, the African American Southerner and Zwerg, the Caucasian Midwesterner. The dynamic book design includes Civil Rights song lyrics, first-hand accounts and provocative black-and-white photographs layered with lavender-and-gray panels. Exemplary documentation and end notes further illuminate the journey. -
Ruth Bader Ginsburg: The Case of R.B.G. vs. Inequality
The woman who would go on to become America's second female Supreme Court Justice faced and conquered injustice through her young life.- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography, Politics & Government
- Notable Children's Books 2018
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781419725593
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Ruth Objects: The Life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
From her lace collars to her incredible work ethic, this picture book biography chronicles the hard work and dedication of RBG to become a Supreme Court Justice.
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography, Politics & Government
- Notable Children's Books 2021
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781484747179
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Streetcar to Justice: How Elizabeth Jennings Won the Right to Ride in New York
The little-known story of a young African American teacher, who was thrown off a streetcar in 1854 and won a court case against the railway company, comes to life in this account.- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography, Politics & Government
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Older
- ISBN: 9780062673602
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What Do You Do with a Voice Like That? The Story of Extraordinary Congresswoman Barbara Jordan
Stirring words and vibrant collage illustrations showcase the commanding voice of congresswoman Barbara Jordan, who shaped the political arena and created a powerful legacy.
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Biography, Politics & Government
- Notable Children's Books 2019
- Middle
- ISBN: 9781481465618
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What to Do About Alice?: How Alice Roosevelt Broke the Rules, Charmed the World, and Drove Her Fathe
Growing up as the daughter of the President was not easy, but being the President and father of Alice Roosevelt was not easy either. Barbara Kerley's playful use of language and Fotheringham's rollicking illustrations converge to introduce energy and outrageousness in “What to Do About Alice?”