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"A wide-ranging collection of speeches and a worthwhile resource for students of American history." —Booklist "A golden celebration of the multicultural voices who demand the U.S.—and the world—do better." —Kirkus "An important addition to American history collections." —School Library...

Twelve-year-old Ann understands there is only one thing to be grateful for as a slave: having her family together. But when the master falls into debt, he plans to sell both Ann and her younger brother to two different owners. Ann is convinced her family must run away on the Underground Railroad. Will Ann's family survive the dangerous trip to their freedom in the North? This Girls Survive story is supported by a glossary, discussion questions, and nonfiction material on the Underground Railroad, making it a valuable resource for young listeners.

Deanna Gillespie traces the history of the Citizenship Education Program (CEP), a grassroots initiative that taught people to read and write in preparation for literacy tests required for voter registration - a profoundly powerful objective in the Jim Crow South. 

As it was in the days of Elijah, a great number of God's people today dwell in a nation that is on a path of progressive moral decline. America has the most liberal abortion standard in the world. Christians are hooked on pornography. The homosexual agenda is finding acceptance even in the church. Divorce is on the rise in the church. Human trafficking is manifesting as the ugly side of globalization.

What Goes Unspoken is a must-have guide for any school or educational systems leader looking to comprehend and put into play an effective, equity-centered plan that champions students, teachers, and staff. Moving beyond the abundant resources that focus on DEI theories, Krystal Hardy Allen shows leaders and administrators how to concretely center DEI within both practices and policies, as well as how to do the interpersonal work of becoming a self-aware and equity-focused leader

HOPE CAN SET YOU FREE . . . 'GORGEOUS' WASHINGTON POST 'MOVING' USA TODAY 'RIVETING' VALERIE MARTIN The Civil War has ended, and Madge, Sadie, and Hemp have each come to Chicago in search of a new life. Born with magical hands, Madge has the power to discern others' suffering, but she cannot...

This book invites listeners into the transformative world of culturally responsive substance use treatment and illuminates the importance of integrating cultural understanding and sensitivity into every aspect of substance use treatment, offering a comprehensive guide for organizations, practitioners, and students alike.

This workbook offers essential tools to help you make informed choices about how to respond to racism in the workplace, assert yourself with confidence, and prioritize your own well-being.

In this profoundly moving and inspirational memoir, Nicole Lyles, R.N., shares the harrowing journey of her daughter's battle with a rare and life-threatening liver condition. "My Race to God's Finish Line" is a testament to a mother's unwavering faith, a family's unbreakable bond, and the enduring human spirit facing unimaginable trials.