Thurgood
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5
No. of pages 40
Published: 2019
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"Thurgood" by Jonah Winter tells the inspiring story of Thurgood Marshall, the first African American Supreme Court Justice. The book details his early life, his commitment to fighting for civil rights, and his pivotal role in landmark legal cases, including Brown v. Board of Education, which helped dismantle segregation in public schools. Through engaging narrative and vivid illustrations, readers witness Marshall's unwavering dedication to justice and equality, highlighting his journey from a young boy in a segregated society to a renowned advocate for justice. The story emphasizes the importance of perseverance, courage, and the ongoing struggle for civil rights in America. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-4th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 5-9 years.
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2019 by Anne Schwartz Books .
Bryan Collier has illustrated more than twenty-five picture books, including the award-winning Dave the Potter , Knock Knock , and Fifty Cents and a Dream , and has received numerous awards, including three Caldecott Honors and five Coretta Scott King Awards. He lives with his wife and children in Marlboro, New York. Jonah Winter is the author of Barack , Dizzy , Diego , and Atheneum's own Sonia Sotomayor , and Roberto Clemente , to name a few. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.