Let the Children March

 

Let the Children March

by Monica Clark- Robinson

Illustrated by Frank Morrison

Summary:

A powerful book led by an African American girl from Birmingham, Alabama. She thought and planned of protesting for equality after heating Martin Luther King Jr. speech. Unfortuntly, the children went through a lot. It wasn't a easy protest. the police didn't hold back on them even though they were children. They were attacked by them and the police dogs. That didn't stop them from protesting for basic human rights. The books ends with Birmingham no longer being segregated.

Connection to awareness raising:

The book revolves around a POC who is protesting for their rights. This was an actual movement and issue they had in 1800's. Martin Luthers speech was the same in real life as in the book. This book showcased how Martin Luther's speech was really motivation for them and really helped everyone not fear to protest. It also shows the realism of protesting as the police didn't care if the children got hurt.

Classroom use:

Students who are in grades K-3 could really understand why it's important to protest rather then stay silent. They could learn why people had to protest for equality and all the struggle they had to go through just to be treated like everyone else. They can also learn how even though they go through a lot while protesting, in the end it's worth it because gain what they truly want.

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