Cover of Little Rock Nine

Little Rock Nine

Struggle for Integration

by Stephanie Fitzgerald

Snapshots in History

Reading Level 7-8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Nine brave students challenge segregation by attending an all-white high school during a pivotal moment in history. Their courage and determination spark change and inspire others to stand up for equality. Experience the trials and triumphs of these young pioneers fighting for justice.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalSocial JusticeComing of AgeFamilySchool Integration

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Racial Discrimination Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
0756520118
Pages
96
Publisher
Capstone
Published
August 31, 2006
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
11,912

Genres

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

History - United States/20th CenturyLittle RockGeneralSocial Problems (General) (Young Adult)School integrationJuvenile NonfictionChildren's Books/Ages 9-12 FictionJuvenile literatureChildren: Young Adult (Gr. 7-9)HistoryArkansasPeople & Places - United States - African-AmericanSocial Issues - Prejudice & Racism20th centuryAfrican American studentsEducation (Secondary)African American high school studentsCentral High School (Little Rock, Ark.)Segregation in educationArkansas, historyArkansas, juvenile literature

Places

ArkansasLittle Rock