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Child of the Dream
Child of the Dream: A Memoir of 1963 | Sharon Robinson
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An incredible memoir from Sharon Robinson that follows her turning 13 years old in 1963 -- one of the most important years in American history for the civil rights movement! In January of 1963, Sharon Robinson turned 13 the night before George Wallace declared on national television "segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever" in his inauguration for governor of Alabama. That was the start of a year that would become one of the most pivotal years in the history of America. As the daughter of Jackie Robinson, Sharon had incredible access to some of the most important events of the era, including her family hosting several fundraisers for Martin Luther King Jr. at their home in Connecticut, other civil rights heroes of the day calling Jackie Robinson for advice and support, and even attending the March on Washington for Freedom and Jobs. But Sharon was also dealing with her own personal problems, like going through puberty, being one of the only black children in her wealthy Connecticut neighborhood, and figuring out her own role in the fight for equality. This memoir follows Sharon as she goes through that incredible year of her life.
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LexiPrice

The memoir most likely offers a first-hand narrative of life in 1963, a pivotal year in American history that saw the emergence of the Civil Rights Movement. Students may have a deeper understanding of the historical social, political, and cultural context by reading this book.

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LexiPrice
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Child of the Dream: A Memoir of 1963 by Sharon Robinson provides a genuine description of what it's like to be a teenage activist. This novel follows Jackie Robinson's daughter, Sharon, as she navigates pervasive anti-Black prejudice in America as a preteen. Jackie Robinson broke color barriers in baseball.

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“We live in the North, I think. There are no Jim Crow laws here. But I remember how terrible I felt at Hoyt Elementary School when kids who didn‘t know me asked stupid and hurtful questions like: ‘Do you bathe?‘ and ‘Why is your skin brown but the palm of your hands white?“

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The story of Jackie robinsons daughter. Specifically in the year 1963.

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Monday‘s a good day when a book shipment arrives. So many great books to process and get into the hands of our avid readers! They are going to be so excited.

Nute Wow! That is fantastic! 5y
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