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This book does a great job on sharing the life of Ruby Bridges who was the first African american child to desegregate an all white school

You could use this story to have discussions of segregation and the civil rights movement

“I didn‘t feel brave. I didn‘t feel like a hero. But I knew I had to go.”

“Don't follow the path. Go where there is no path, and begin the trail.“

This book shares the Life of Ruby Bridges who was the first African American child that integrated an all white school in the South. It highlights her bravery and strength.

This book does an amazing job at telling about the life of Ruby Bridges

“Please, God, try to forgive those people. Because even if they say those bad things, they don‘t know what they‘re doing.“

This book is great for introducing discussions on segregation, equality, and standing up against injustice. Ask students to imagine Ruby's bravery as a young child in a new, hostile environment.

Ruby Bridges was the first African American child to integrate an all-white elementary school in the South. Her bravery helped pave the way for civil rights in America.

"Ruby Bridges was very brave. She was just six years old, and she was changing the world."

This book is ideal for discussing themes of racism, bravery, and standing up for what is right. Students can reflect on how Ruby's actions impacted the world and create drawings or posters about equality.

This true story follows six-year-old Ruby Bridges, the first African American child to integrate an all-white school in the South. Ruby's bravery in the face of adversity helped spark the Civil Rights Movement.

Biography about one of the most important times in American history for the integration of schools

“Don‘t follow the path. Go where there is no path and begin the trail.”

This biography tells the true story of Ruby Bridges, the first African American child to integrate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans in 1960. It shows several times in her life in which she faces struggles when integrating public school

“I am brave enough to walk through that door.“

The true story of Ruby Bridges, a young African American girl who integrates an all-white school in New Orleans.

Explore civil rights and bravery. Discuss the importance of standing up for what is right.

“Ruby prayed every day on her way to school, asking God to forgive the people who were treating her so poorly.“

In my classroom, this story could support lessons on civil rights, empathy, and standing up for what is right. It connects well to discussions about diversity, inclusion, and the history of segregation in America.

This story is a nonfiction children‘s book published in 1995. It won the Carter G. Woodson Book Award and is in the biography genre. It tells the true story of Ruby Bridges, the first African American child to integrate an all-white elementary school in New Orleans in 1960, facing hostility and racism with courage.

“I now know that experience comes from what we do.“

Robert Coles' 'The Story of Ruby Bridges' recounts the courageous journey of a young girl who played a pivotal role in desegregating schools. This powerful narrative introduces students to the civil rights movement and the significance of equality. This book is a valuable resource for discussions on civil rights, empathy, and the impact of individuals on societal change

The Story of Ruby Bridges was written by Robert Coles. This book shares the story of Ruby, a 6 year old black girl, enrolled in an all white elementary school. However, Ruby was able to face racism and injustice and change the world.

She led us away from hate, and she led us nearer to knowing each other, the white folks and the black folks.

A good story to share with students about the civil rights movement and how schools used to be. Gives students good information about a crucial figure, Ruby Bridges, in our history.

This story is about Ruby Bridges and her story as she became the first African American student to be integrated into an elementary school in the South. Story gives information on Ruby's story and the civil rights movement as a whole during this time. The story is written in a way for all readers to understand.

I spent time in the kids section at HPB today because I‘m assembling a box of books for the students of @TheBookHippie

This B, RA book does a wonderful job sharing the story of Ruby Bridges. This book tells the story of Ruby as a young child when she became the first Black student to attend William Frantz Elementary, an all white school. This story shares the bravery and courage of Ruby, and the terrible backlash she received as a young black child in the 1960s. #UCFLAE3414SP21

“Don‘t follow the path”

This story would be perfect for discussing the segregation in public schools and how a young girl fought for her right to attend.

“The Story of Ruby Bridges” was written by Robert Coles in 1995. This is a wonderful biography about a young 6 year old who fights for her right to attend school. I recommend this story to anyone!

This historical fiction book is great because it uses language that would be used back in this time period and I think it reflects the values and norms of the culture of the children in this book.

I think this book is great because it is a person I never heard of. I think it would be a great book to red children because it talks about the seperation of blacks and whites.

“We sat there and prayed to God.“

“Everyday when Ruby was walking to school she‘d stop and say a prayer for the people who hated her.”

This book lets young readers know they can make impacts too no matter their age.

The Story of Ruby Bridges is a historical fiction book written by Robert Coles and illustrated by George Ford. The main character is a little African American girl named Ruby. It is told in her perspective. This story is also about segregation and how this little girl made such an impact in history.

A few of the books I bought for my five-year old daughter for Black History Month 2019.