This is a powerful book about the thousands of African American children who marched for civil rights in Birmingham, Alabama in 1963, inspired after hearing Martin Luther King Jr. speak. It's an amazing story. Children and teens took to the streets to protest segregation. They were sprayed with water hoses, hit with batons, and threatened with dogs by the police. Many of them were arrested and jailed. But footage of the violence against these children was seen around the world and there was a public outcry. Eventually city leaders agreed to desegregate local businesses and free all children who had been jailed. It's an important reminder that we all have a voice, and that sometimes we need to take the risk to speak out against injustice.
The oil painting illustrations capture the anger, courage, and determination of the protestors. There is also more historical information in the back, like photos, quote sources, and a timeline.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest, unbiased review. All opinions are my own.
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