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Books : The Story Of Ruby Bridges (Scholastic Bookshelf)
Rating: 
- Profiles in Courage
Can you imagine what it took to be the only child--the only black child--in an empty school building formerly attended by only white children? That's what Ruby Bridges faced in 1960 when she became one of the first black children to integrate an elementary school in New Orleans. Three other girls were sent to another school. A new revolution had begun.
"The Story of Ruby Bridges" was written for the 4-8 audience. The writing and subject might be a little much for pre-readers, but this is definitely material for kindergarten and beyond.
During Black History Month one year, I read this story to several classes (I'm a librarian). Some students already knew about her, many were completely shocked that grown-ups would treat her so vilely, others that she caused such an uproar. I was delighted. Our student body is racially diverse and get along wonderfully. Martin L King would look at us and say, Finally, people are judged, not by the color of their skin, by their character.
But Ruby Bridges was the leading brigade of one. What strength of character! What fortitude! The story does not tell us of any ill effects that may have befallen her or the psychological stress she surely endured. However, she grew into womanhood, married, had four sons, and established a business and educational foundation. I think she did just fine.
Thank you, Ruby Bridges, for your leadership and courage.
This is the lending record for this book: all white children and one Latina.
Rating: - Awesome book!
My daughter has to research anyone in American history. She picked Ruby Bridges and I am so glad she did! She was an amazing girl and an inspiration to us all! I can't wait to see the movie and hope it is as good as the book.
Rating: - Ruby Bridges
I found this to be a good book for children to learn how life used to be for others who wanted to go to school and were told the could not.
I think if parents want their children to know about the past they should encourage them to read this book and another book called Through my eyes also about Ruby Bridges.
I am in my forty's and was very inlightened by this story and the other book also.
Rating: - Ruby Bridges
This book was great for my unit I taught in class and came to me in good condition.
Rating: - Ruby's story
Ruby Bridges' story is a story that teaches children to be couragoeus, and how a little girl got her education regardless of difficulties. It is a great book to let children learn that segregation is not right.
- Profiles in CourageCan you imagine what it took to be the only child--the only black child--in an empty school building formerly attended by only white children? That's what Ruby Bridges faced in 1960 when she became one of the first black children to integrate an elementary school in New Orleans. Three other girls were sent to another school. A new revolution had begun.
"The Story of Ruby Bridges" was written for the 4-8 audience. The writing and subject might be a little much for pre-readers, but this is definitely material for kindergarten and beyond.
During Black History Month one year, I read this story to several classes (I'm a librarian). Some students already knew about her, many were completely shocked that grown-ups would treat her so vilely, others that she caused such an uproar. I was delighted. Our student body is racially diverse and get along wonderfully. Martin L King would look at us and say, Finally, people are judged, not by the color of their skin, by their character.
But Ruby Bridges was the leading brigade of one. What strength of character! What fortitude! The story does not tell us of any ill effects that may have befallen her or the psychological stress she surely endured. However, she grew into womanhood, married, had four sons, and established a business and educational foundation. I think she did just fine.
Thank you, Ruby Bridges, for your leadership and courage.
This is the lending record for this book: all white children and one Latina.
Rating:
- Awesome book!My daughter has to research anyone in American history. She picked Ruby Bridges and I am so glad she did! She was an amazing girl and an inspiration to us all! I can't wait to see the movie and hope it is as good as the book.
Rating:
- Ruby BridgesI found this to be a good book for children to learn how life used to be for others who wanted to go to school and were told the could not.
I think if parents want their children to know about the past they should encourage them to read this book and another book called Through my eyes also about Ruby Bridges.
I am in my forty's and was very inlightened by this story and the other book also.
Rating:
- Ruby BridgesThis book was great for my unit I taught in class and came to me in good condition.
Rating:
- Ruby's storyRuby Bridges' story is a story that teaches children to be couragoeus, and how a little girl got her education regardless of difficulties. It is a great book to let children learn that segregation is not right.
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