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Ruby Bridges Goes To School
My True Story
Book • 2003
This book tells the story of Ruby Bridges, who at six years old, became the first Black child to attend a previously all-white school in New Orleans.
The narrative explores her experiences with racism and segregation, supported by historical photographs.
It also highlights her courage and the eventual integration of white students into her school.
The book is an uplifting account of overcoming adversity and promoting unity.
The narrative explores her experiences with racism and segregation, supported by historical photographs.
It also highlights her courage and the eventual integration of white students into her school.
The book is an uplifting account of overcoming adversity and promoting unity.
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Her book about her experience integrating a New Orleans school was used to spark conversations about race.
The Sunday Read: ‘Daring to Speak Up About Race in a Divided School District’
