Ruby Bridges

Scholastic Rookie Biographies

by Simone T. Ribke

Meet Ruby Bridges!

Fact-filled Rookie Read-About Biographies introduce the youngest readers to influential women and men, both past and present. Colorful photos and age appropriate text encourage children to read on their own-as they learn about people like Serena Williams, Neil Armstrong, Rosa Parks, Anne Frank and many more. Ruby Bridges grew up at a time when African-American people were treated as second-class citizens in many parts of the United States. At just six year old, this courageous child stood up against racism and hatred to help integrate Louisiana's school system. Her story continues to inspire people of all ages.

Genres: History, Childrens, Biography, Picture Books

32 pages, Library Binding

First published February 1, 2015

Reviews

[Denise Lauron · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a children's book that tells about Ruby Bridges. It's written so that children can understand it. I am going to look for the book that's written for adults to find out more on the topic.

[Ali Book&Seaglasshunter · Rating 3 out of 5]

Biography for early readers. This explores the basic details of Ruby’s early life, time at school, and her adult life and legacy.

[Zakiya Ray]

This is a nonfiction mini-biography about Ruby Bridges who gathered attention back in the 60's for being one of the first African American students to attend an all white school in Louisiana. The book has a table of contents. In the first page students are greeted with a photograph of an adult Ruby Bridges all grown up and smiling. The author recounts where she was born, grew up, and how her family lived. The book does a great job of describing the society of the country when there was segregation laws keeping blacks and whites separated. The author simplifies important laws for elementary students. Important terms such as integration, segregation, protesters, are highlighted in bold print and described in simple terms for kids. The book is illustrated with many historical photographs of Ruby Bridges, and the National Guard (as they escort her to school). The photographs also depict angry Whites who were dissatisfied with the new laws of integration. It's a great read for social studies and history classes.

[Amy Yount · Rating 3 out of 5]

(Chapter 12: Recommended Reading)