Thurgood Marshall
Thurgood Marshall by Montrew Dunham is a middle grade nonfiction biography published by Simon and Schuster in August 1998. This 192-page book explores the early years of Thurgood Marshall, the first African American Supreme Court justice, highlighting his childhood experiences and burgeoning interest in law. The narrative captures key moments, such as his time spent reading the US Constitution while in trouble at school, which laid the foundation for his future achievements.
Readers will find a richly illustrated account that brings Marshall’s story to life, making it accessible for young audiences. The book includes a timeline, questions, activities, and a glossary at the back, enhancing its educational value for classroom or homeschool settings. As part of the Childhood of Famous Americans series, this biography provides insights into the life of a significant figure in American history, focusing on themes related to civil rights and the legal system.
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Get to know the first African American Supreme Court justice Thurgood Marshall in this middle grade nonfiction biography of his early years!
The childhood of civil rights hero and Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall comes to life in this engaging biography. Whenever Thurgood Marshall got into trouble at school, the principal would make him sit in the basement and read the US Constitution. By the time he was twelve, he had most of it memorized, and his interest in law had begun to take seed. In 1967, he was appointed to the US Supreme Court—the first African American to serve in that position.
This book is laced with numerous illustrations, and the back of the book includes a timeline, questions, activities, and a glossary, making it the perfect addition to a classroom or home school setting. Perfect for emerging readers, the Childhood of Famous Americans series illustrates the incredible true stories of great Americans.
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