Bayard Rustin: Volume 1 - Paperback

by J. P. Miller (Author), Markia Jenai (Illustrator)

Learn about Bayard Rustin's fascinating life and how he played a role in one of the most important Civil Rights events in American history in the book Bayard Rustin--part of the Leaders Like Us African American childrens books series.

Discover what led to Rustin becoming one of Martin Luther King Jr.'s advisers, as well as some of the initiatives he took part in to end racial injustice and discrimination during the civil rights movement.

Storybook Features:

• This children's book includes reading/teaching tips, discussion questions, a timeline, and extension activity to develop reading comprehension skills.
• 24 pages with vibrant illustrations
• Lexile 650L

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Front Jacket

Bayard learned from an early age how important equal rights were. He knew how to help people work together for equality without violence. He even played an important role in one of the most important Civil Rights events in American history. Meet an important leader--Bayard Rustin.

Back Jacket

Bayard learned from an early age how important equal rights were. He knew how to help people work together for equality without violence. He even played an important role in one of the most important Civil Rights events in American history. Meet an import