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Black History Month (108 series)

No Reason to Apologize: The Resilient Legacy of Viola Desmond

Viola Desmond is an enduring icon who embodies the fight for racial equality and human rights. When she refused to give up her seat in the whites-only section of a cinema in 1946, she took a stand against injustice. Viola Desmond was also, however, a human being whose actions impacted her career, her relationships, and her reputation among the Black community in Halifax. Strong-willed and stubborn, Viola DesmondÎs ideologies would be sorely tested throughout her life, even as her efforts shone a

Not Done Yet: Shirley Chisholm's Fight for Change

Even as a child, Shirley Chisholm was a natural-born fighter who wanted things to be fair. At first, she thought she could help lift others by becoming a teacher. So she did. But she wasn't done yet. Stirring free verse chronicles Shirley's journey from teaching to entering politics, eventually becoming the first Black woman ever elected to Congress-and, in 1972, the first woman of any race to seriously run for president. Through poetry and digital illustration, author Tameka Fryer Brown and art

Olympic Greats (Bolt)

Olympic athletes are the best of the best. But some have risen to legendary status. Meet some of the world's most amazing Olympians.

Parallel Lives (21st Century Skills Library)

The Parallel Lives series explores the lives and legacies of two important figures born in the same year--the different struggles they faced and the way they responded to and shaped the world they were born into. Aligned with curriculum standards, these books also highlight key 21st Century content: Global Awareness, Civic Literacy, Health Literacy, and Economic Literacy. Thought-provoking content and hands-on activities encourage critical thinking and civic engagement.

Pioneering African Americans

While the history of African Americans has been marked by social, political, and economic oppression, there have also been a number of brilliant men and women of colour who succeeded in spite of these tremendous obstacles. Whether it was scientific discovery, striking a blow for civil rights, entertaining us through the arts, or putting their lives on the line in our countryÎs military, these pioneers left lasting legacies. Young readers will get a glimpse into the lives of truly extraordinary m

PrimeTime: Legends

Legendary athletes thrill sports fans during their careers, and their legacies live on long afterward. This series looks at some of the most exciting and successful athletes ever to compete in their sports. Each book features a table of contents, a map of where each athlete's biggest accomplishments took place, a list of each athlete's accolades, additional resource links, a glossary, and an index. This Press Box Books title is aligned to a reading level of grades 3-4 and an interest level of gr

Racial Justice in America (21st Century Skills Library)

Race in America has been avoided in children's education for too long. The Racial Justice in America series explores the topic in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Kelisa Wing to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach race issues with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, as well as a PBL activity across books. Also includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author b

Racial Justice in America: Histories (21st Century Skills Library)

The Racial Justice in America: Histories series explores moments and eras in America's history that have been ignored or misrepresented in education due to racial bias. Books explore each topic in a comprehensive, honest, and age-appropriate way. Developed in conjunction with educator, advocate, and author Kelisa Wing to reach children of all races and encourage them to approach our history with open eyes and minds. Books include 21st Century Skills and content, as well as activities created by

Racial Profiling: Everyday Inequality  

Racial profiling-the use of race or ethnicity as grounds for suspecting someone of an offense-affects thousands of people on a daily basis. It takes many forms, from routine traffic stops to police violence. High-profile cases, such as the deaths of unarmed black men and boys at the hands of white police officers, have brought national attention to this issue and fuelled activism such as the Black Lives Matter movement. Rigorously researched text combines with powerful personal stories to explor

Racial Violence: Tearing at the Fabric of American Life

The United States has a long history of racial violence, and many minority groups have been impacted. This book discusses the racial violence inflicted upon Black people, Native women, and Asians in the United States, and how these groups are fighting back against racism.