Jay Leslie

"Series continuation. Narrative nonfiction, key events of the Civil Rights Movement in the years spanning from 1939-1954. Photographs throughout"-- Provided by publisher. " Key events prior to the heart of the Civil Rights Movement will be brought to life in this series continuation.The years spanning from 1939-1954 opens the door to discovering how this specific time period, prior to and following WWII, brought about change and how it still affects...

"Illustrated book with profiles of the men and women who have revolutionized politics, policy, and activism, with a focus on their accomplishments that were 'firsts' in their fields"-- Provided by publisher.

As a young girl, playwright Lorraine Hansberry walked everywhere with a notebook, eager to capture the sights, sounds, and stories of the people around her. First Lorraine watched her parents triumph in the Supreme Court case of Hansberry v. Lee. Then she discovered the magic of theater. Next, she unlocked the power of her voice, crafting A Raisin in the Sun. Her play went on to influence generations of artists and the world was never the same.

"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 end. In June, the Supreme Court case Loving v. Virginia would determine whether interracial couples could legally marry in the United States. The five-day long Detroit Riot against the Black community in July would end up being one of the most violent...

"This vibrant new set of LEARN ABOUT books gives readers a close-up look into five of the most fascinating new species of amphibians, fish, mammals, and reptiles that have been found on Earth in the past few years"-- Provided by publisher. "Let's learn all about newly discovered animals!Have you ever seen a Salazar's pit viper or a nano chameleon? Now you can! With amazing photos and lively text, this book explores five new species of reptiles. Get...

"Each book in this vibrant new nonfiction series explores the unusual abilities of five different animals, along with their habitat, diet, and behavior. Packed with photographs and fun facts, readers will learn all about these talented creatures that can fly, play, swim, and talk!"-- Provided by publisher.