About This Book
Yvette Moore's 'Freedom Songs' offers a poignant historical fiction narrative set during the Civil Rights Movement. Fourteen-year-old Sheryl Williams travels from Brooklyn to North Carolina in 1968, where she directly witnesses and experiences racial prejudice. This eye-opening visit helps her understand the vital work of her Uncle Pete and other Freedom Riders, who are actively protesting for civil rights using methods taught by Martin Luther King Jr. Upon her return home, Sheryl channels her newfound understanding and frustration into action, organizing a gospel concert with her friends to raise money for the cause. This book is an excellent resource for parents seeking to introduce children to the complexities of American history, social justice, and the power of individual and collective action.
