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.
Please, please, pleaseeee! I want this! I'll clean my room!
MARSHAL
Ugh, why do you always have to irritate me. I'm doing homework!
IRRITATE
Honey, I told you to clean your room.
v. to cause someone to do something through reasoning or argument "They tried to persuade Ruby to move along."
n. an officer of the highest rank in the armed forces of some countries "The President of the United States ordered federal marshals to walk with Ruby into the school building."
v. to make someone annoyed, impatient, or angry "She didn't seem nervous or anxious or irritated or scared."