If You Were a Kid During the Civil Rights Movement (If You Were a Kid) - by Gwendolyn Hooks (Paperback)

About the Book

Mark Jenkins has recently moved to a new town with his family, and he will soon be attending a segregated school for the first time. Meanwhil e, Connie Underwood is trying to figure out what her twin brothers are planning in secret. Follow along with the two as they find themselves in the middle of a civil rights demonstration, and find out how the fight for equality changed the country forever.

Book Synopsis

What was it like to be a kid during the Civil Rights Movement?

In the 1960s, the United States was immersed in the Civil Rights Movement. People across the country protested against racial segregation and fought for equal rights. They attended marches, held sit-ins, and took part in many other actions. Some of the activists who participated in protests were kids!

Join Mark and Connie as they find themselves in the middle of a civil rights demonstration, and learn how millions of people who worked together to fight for equality changed the country forever.

ABOUT THIS SERIES:

Step back in time to the most relevant historical moments with the best-selling series, "If You Were a Kid"! In an exciting blend of fiction and nonfiction, a fictionalized narrative teaches history through the eyes of kids, while informational text introduces readers to key factual information. With engaging text, illustrations, and photos on every page, "If You Were a Kid" will spark readers' curiosity and imagination, making learning about our past an accessible and unforgettable experience.

About the Author

Gwendolyn Hooks lives in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She writes for young readers to encourage them to explore the world through books.