Coles, Robert – The Story of Ruby Bridges (Paperback)

The Story of Ruby Bridges by Robert Coles, illustrated by George Ford, presents the inspiring true story of Ruby Bridges, the first African American child to integrate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans in 1960. This 32-page picture book portrays six-year-old Ruby's courage and resilience as she faced daily hostility and racism while attending first grade at William Frantz Elementary School. Through powerful narrative and evocative illustrations, the book offers young readers an accessible introduction to a pivotal moment in American civil rights history. Published by Scholastic Press in 1995, this biography is suitable for children aged 4 to 8, providing valuable lessons on bravery, tolerance, and the fight for equality.

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