Kathleen Benson

Esta nueva entrada en la innovadora series de "Historia" de libros por cap tulos biogr ficos se enfoca en John Lewis, un l der del movimiento de los derechos civiles en los a os 1960 y un congresista venerado hasta hoy en d a. This new entry in the innovative "Story" line of chapter-book biographies focuses on John Lewis, a leader in the civil rights movement of the 1960s and a revered Congressman today. John Lewis, hijo de un aparcero de Alabama, experiment la injusticia de la segregaci n a temprana edad. Inspirado por las palabras del Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Lewis se uni a l deres de derechos civiles que cre an en la lucha pac fica contra la segregaci n. Frente a los ataques f sicos, persever con dignidad y devoci n a la no violencia, estando a la vanguardia de los principales protestas por los derechos civiles y ayudar a las personas negras del sur a obtener el derecho al voto. En 1986, Lewis fue elegido para representar a Georgia en el Congreso de los Estados Unidos, donde sirvi hasta su muerte en 2020. La apasionada creencia de Lewis en la justicia continua siendo un faro para todos los que desean hacer nuestro pa s un lugar mejor. La historia de h roe de los derechos civiles John Lewis celebra la vida de una leyenda de la historia estadounidense moderna. Este libro por cap tulos incluye ilustraciones en blanco y negro, as como barras laterales sobre temas relacionados, una l nea de tiempo, un glosario y lecturas recomendadas. Perfecto para lectores que buscan pasar de libros ilustrados al siguiente nivel de lectura. The son of an Alabama sharecropper, John Lewis experienced the injustice of segregation early in life. Inspired by the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Lewis joined with civil rights leaders who believed in fighting segregation peacefully, In the face of physical attacks, he persevered with dignity and a devotion to nonviolence, standing in the forefront of major civil rights protests and helping southern black people gain the right to vote. In 1986 Lewis was elected to represent Georgia in the United States Congress, where he served until his passing in 2020. Lewis's passionate belief in justice is a beacon for all who wish to make our country a better place. The Story of Civil Rights Hero John Lewis celebrates the life of a legend of modern American history. This chapter book includes black-and-white illustrations as well as sidebars on related subjects, a timeline, a glossary, and recommended reading. Perfect for readers looking to move from picture books to the next reading level. Check out the other titles in this series: LA HISTORIA DEL H ROE DE LOS DERECHOS CIVILES JOHN LEWIS - LA HISTORIA DE LA ESTRELLA DE CINE ANNA MAY WONG

This new entry in the innovative "Story" line of chapter-book biographies focuses on John Lewis, a leader in the civil rights movement of the 1960s and a revered Congressman today. The son of an Alabama sharecropper, John Lewis experienced the injustice of segregation early in life. Inspired by the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Lewis joined with civil rights leaders who believed in fighting segregation peacefully, In the face of physical attacks, he persevered with dignity and a devotion to nonviolence, standing in the forefront of major civil rights protests and helping southern black people gain the right to vote. In 1986 Lewis was elected to represent Georgia in the United States Congress, where he continues to serve today. Lewis's passionate belief in justice is a beacon for all who wish to make our country a better place. The Story of Civil Rights Hero John Lewis celebrates the life of a living legend of American history. This chapter book includes black-and-white illustrations as well as sidebars on related subjects, a timeline, a glossary, and recommended reading. Check out the other titles in this series: THE STORY OF ALL-STAR ATHLETE JIM THORPE - THE STORY OF BANKER OF THE PEOPLE MUHAMMAD YUNUS - THE STORY OF CAR ENGINEER SOICHIRO HONDA - THE STORY OF CIVIL RIGHTS HERO JOHN LEWIS - THE STORY OF MOVIE STAR ANNA MAY WONG - THE STORY OF OLYMPIC SWIMMER DUKE KAHANAMOKU - THE STORY OF CIVIL WAR HERO ROBERT SMALLS - THE STORY OF OLYMPIC DIVER SAMMY LEE - THE STORY OF TENNIS CHAMPION ARTHUR ASHE - THE STORY OF TRAILBLAZING ACTOR IRA ALDRIDGE - THE STORY OF ENVIRONMENTALIST WANGARI MAATHAI - THE STORY OF WORLD WAR II HERO IRENA SENDLER