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Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer: The Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement

Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer: The Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement

Published in
2015
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Description

Voice of Freedom: Fannie Lou Hamer: The Spirit of the Civil Rights Movement tells the story of Fannie Lou Hamer, a fierce and passionate advocate for civil rights who fought for the rights of African Americans in the 1960s. The book explores Hamer's life, from her childhood in the Mississippi Delta to her leadership in the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) and her role in the Freedom Summer of 1964. Hamer's powerful voice and unwavering commitment to justice inspired countless others to join the fight for equality, and her legacy continues to inspire activists and advocates for justice today.
Age
10-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
56 pages
Book in series
#4

Why to read

  • Inspiring story
  • Educational content
  • Empowering message
  • Historical significance