The Story of Ruby Bridges is a true story about one of the first African-American girls to attend an all-white school in New Orleans after desegregation. Through Coles’ words and George Ford’s illustrations, readers are enticed by Ruby’s courage and willingness to face adversity.
The Story of Ruby Bridges by Robert Coles - Text connections
Storyboard Text
TEXT TO TEXT
No! I will not give up my seat.
TEXT TO WORLD
Higher wages! Better Health Insurance!
DO WHAT'S RIGHT!
TEXT TO SELF
This story reminded me of another story I had read called, Rosa, by Nikki Giovanni. It tells the story of the brave Rosa Parks and how she would not give up her seat on the bus. Both these texts have strong female characters who stand up for what they believe in.
The angry mobs in the story reminded me of a news broadcast where I saw the employees of a grocery store on strike.
Eventually Ruby's school was desegregated and she went to school with all different races. This reminds me of my school. There are many races present.