John Lewis: Congressman and Civil Rights Hero

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Reinforced book	$30.95	$21.67
Unlimited Access eBook	$19.99	$19.99

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From sit-ins at lunch counters to sit-ins on the Congress floor, marching in Selma to marching though the halls of the Capitol, John Lewis fought for what he believed in. The incredible civil rights activist had plenty of experience under his belt by the time he stood in front of a quarter of a million people as the youngest leader of the March on Washington. John continued on with the same passion as he turned to create change from within the government. The conscious of the congress continued to advocate for the freedom and safety of all. Learn all about the incredible life of this congressman and civil rights hero.

Interest Level	Grade 2 - Grade 5
Reading Level	Grade 3
BISACS	JNF007110, JNF007050, JNF007000
Genre	Nonfiction
Copyright	2021
Publisher	Bearport Publishing
Series	Bearport Biographies
Language	English

ISBN	9781647477202, 9781647477363
Title Format	Reinforced book, Unlimited Access eBook
Dewey	328.73'092
ATOS Reading Level	5.0
Lexile Reading Level	920
AR Quiz Number	511649
Author	Rachel Rose

Reviewed on 1 April 2021

SLJ Review of Bearport Biographies

These six volumes provide an eclectic mix of notable personages. Each book begins with a description of a significant moment in the subject’s life: Michael Jordan winning the 1991 NBA championship, Jimmy Carter’s acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize, John Lewis’ speech at the 1963 March on Washington, etc. Then readers learn about when and where each person was born and where they attended college. Careers are traced with an emphasis on big moments: Christina Koch was a part of the first all-female spacewalk team, America Ferrera achieved success as an actress, and Michelle Obama promoted projects as first lady, including her “Let’s Move!” initiative. Nice, colorful photographs complement the texts. None of these biographies particularly stands out, however, and most of these luminaries are the subjects of numerous other books for kids. Still, the information is current, and those needing up-to-date biographies on these individuals will find them useful. VERDICT Standard biographical fare, these volumes will be of value to libraries that maintain current information on the subjects and should be considered based on demand.