Small Shoes, Great Strides
By Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
Suggested Reading Age 7-11 Years
On November 14, 1960, first graders Leona Tate, Tessie Prevost, and Gail Etienne stepped into history by going to school.
Escorted by U.S. Marshals and facing swarms of shouting protesters, they became the first children in New Orleans to integrate a previously all-white school. That day was just the beginning of their journey.
Award-winning author Vaunda Micheaux Nelson conducted extensive interviews to bring this little-known story from the Civil Rights Movement to young readers. With vivid illustrations by fine artist Alex Bostic that highlight courage and determination, this book celebrates how three little girls made great strides to ensure all children could receive the education they deserve.
40 pages
Carolrhoda Books
