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621) The rise: 1967
Author
Series
Publisher
Franklin Watts, an imprint of Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"Series continuation. Narrative nonfiction, key events of the Civil Rights Movement in the years after 1965. Photographs throughout"--
"Learn about the key events of the civil rights movement in the latest installment of this exciting and informative series.The year 1967 was pivotal to the civil rights movement. In April, Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered a speech to thousands inside a New York church condemning the Vietnam War and asking for a peaceful...
Author
Publisher
Beacon Press
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"Born in Birmingham, Alabama, once known as the "most segregated city" in the United States, Freeman Hrabowski discovered the courage to stand up for civil rights and educational opportunity when he heard Martin Luther King, Jr.'s call and joined the Children's March in 1963. Along with other protesting students, 12-year old Freeman spent five terrifying days in jail. But the march, the arrests, and the experience, led to desegregation in Birmingham...
Author
Publisher
Microcosm Publishing
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"Since the first day after the tragedy was announced, controversy has surrounded the death of rap and cultural icon Tupac Shakur. In this work, preeminent researcher on the topic, John Potash, puts forward his own theories of the events leading up to and following the murder in this meticulously researched and exhaustive account of the story. Never before has there been such a detailed and shocking analysis of the untimely death of one of the greatest...
Publisher
SAGE Publications
Pub. Date
c2006
Language
English
Description
The Encyclopedia of Religious and Spiritual Development is the first reference work to focus on the developmental process of religion and spirituality across the human life span. Spiritual development is an important part of human development that has links to identity development, moral development, and civic engagement. This innovative Encyclopedia offers insight into the characteristics of people and their contexts that interact to influence religious...
Publisher
Macmillan Reference USA
Pub. Date
2000
Language
English
Description
Contains new and updated original articles covering recent concepts (i.e. adoption, race, the Constitution, birthright citizenship) and court cases since 1992 offering comprehensive coverage of all aspects of constitutional law, as well as biographies of people who have had an impact on our government's legal framework (Supreme Court Justices, Presidents, Cabinet Members, Lawyers, and more). Also covers judicial decisions handed down by the Supreme...
Series
Publisher
Schlager Group Inc
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
This collection provides primary source documents in U.S. history alongside context and analysis from scholars. It provides a foundation for analyzing primary sources and learning 21st century information literacy and critical thinking skills. Companion pieces written by experts explain the context, meaning, audience, impact, and more for each document. This edition also includes significant milestones in women's history, among other additions, and...
Publisher
Binge Box
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Betty & Coretta: Two extraordinary women-Coretta Scott King, wife of Martin Luther King, Jr. and Dr. Betty Shabazz, wife of Malcolm X-come to life in this Lifetime Movie Network movie. After their husbands' tragic assassinations, they developed a unique friendship spanning three decades as they carried on the Civil Rights movement while supporting their families as single mothers. Through their strength and dignity, they became role models for millions...
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Publisher
U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
American Government: In the United States, the government gets its power to govern from the people. We have a government of the people, by the people, and for the people. Citizens in the United States shape their government and its policies, so they must learn about important public issues and get involved in their communities. Learning about American government helps you understand your rights and responsibilities and allows you to fully participate...
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