The March on Washington: A Day That Changed America

by Margeaux Weston

Overview

On August 28, 1963, more than 200,000 people marched on the United States capital to demand equal economic opportunities and civil rights for Black Americans. And at the end of the event, Martin Luther King Jr. took to the podium and delivered his unforgettable “I Have a Dream” speech. Now readers can step back in time to learn what led up to the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, how this historic demonstration unfolded, and the ways in which one inspiring day changed America forever.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781663905871
Publisher:	Capstone
Publication date:	08/01/2021
Series:	Days That Changed America
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	7.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	770L (what's this?)
Age Range:	8 - 11 Years

About the Author

Margeaux Weston is an editor and sensitivity reader. A Louisiana native, Margeaux enjoys reading and writing diverse stories. She manages Little Blk Books, a literary site that promotes diverse children's books and provides editorial services. She has also written children's books, including the nonfiction title Clothing Inspired by Nature, and entertainment articles for several media outlets.

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 Equal Opportunity 6

Chapter 2 Time to Organize 12

Chapter 3 The March on Washington 16

Chapter 4 History Is Made 20

Chapter 5 The Dream 24

Timeline 28

Glossary 30

Read More 31

Internet Sites 31

Index 32

Interviews

Provides a focused approach to a key historical moment that will engage kids who like history and those who are drawn to specific events;