Kimberly released her 16th book earlier this year entitled "No Fear for Freedom: The Story of The Friendship Nine". Her first non-fiction book is one for all ages! It's a great read for smaller children because of the easy-to-follow poem that depicts the story of the courageous civil rights activists. It is also wonderful for older children , young adults and adults because of the detailed, research-based accounts of history written in the margins of each page.
There isn't much that's more inspiring during the summer than to read about some of the great icons who helped our country gain equality. Though we have a ways to go, we can take pride in knowing that we are moving toward teaching ourselves and our children how to appreciate what others have done! Reading their stories, learning about the history and reflecting on the present, reminds us to never be judgmental. Despite race, age, income level or background, let us always remember that people are people - and all should be treated equally. More importantly, let us pass on this lesson to our children.
The unwillingness to listen can make discrimination last,
but learning about history can open up the past.
Though the Friendship 9 wanted success,
they were not afraid to fail;
even when those struggles landed them in jail!
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