November 1, 2018
Gr 3-5-Each of these timely volumes opens with an introduction outlining a well-known demonstration, from the 1969 Stonewall Inn marches to the Dakota Access Pipeline protests in 2016, before turning to history. Sidebar features include profiles of folks like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Gloria Steinem, Marsha P. Johnson, and Sacheen Littlefeather. The design in each title will appeal to younger readers; short pieces of text are often set against a color block. VERDICT While not trying to be comprehensive, each title sensitively and honestly lays out the history, background, and recent events in its respective movement. Recommended.
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July 1, 2019
These succinct and dynamic books cover the causes, key players, and evolution of each titular movement throughout the years. "A Moment in the Movement" boxes focus on relevant events that had an impact and add value to the narratives. Frequent photographs help break up the texts; there's just enough historical context to keep young readers engaged and informed. Reading list, timeline. Glos., ind.
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