The Story of Ruby Bridges

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What is The Story of Ruby Bridges about?

In 1960, six-year-old Ruby Bridges becomes the first African American child to attend William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans. Each day, she walks past angry crowds and enters a classroom where she is taught alone. With courage, faith and the support of her family and teacher, Ruby refuses to give up. Robert Coles tells the true story of how one child faced racism and helped change American history, reminding readers that bravery can begin with a single step.