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Children learn about one of the most influential African American leaders in history with the biography of activist Georgia Gilmore. Georgia Gilmore is not only remembered for her gift for cooking, but also for her selflessness during the Montgomery Bus Boycott. By donating all of her profits from the food she sold, she helped fund one of the most important movements in Civil Rights history. Storybook Features: This children's book features a glossary with new vocabulary, text-dependent questions, and an extension activity to develop reading comprehension skills. 24 pages of vibrant illustrations Lexile 290L About Rourke We proudly publish respectful and relevant non-fiction and fiction titles that represent our diverse readers, and are designed to support reading on a level that has no limits!

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Books in the Leader Like Us picture-book series introduce Black Americans who excelled in their fields. Written with clarity and organized logically, each volume focuses on one notable individual. The large-format volumes are frighted with Quartey's illus Four attractively illustrated volumes explore the careers of extraordinary, but little-known Black leaders. Cathy Hughes founded a chain of radio stations aimed at Black audiences, Frederick O'Neal was instrumental in theater during the Harlem Renaissance

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