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In a beautiful and poetic reflection, Ruby Bridges tells her story
as never before and shares the events of the momentous day in 1960
when Ruby became the first child to integrate the school system
as a six year old little girl -- a personal and intimate look
through a…

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1 author picked I Am Ruby Bridges as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I went to a seminar and heard Ruby Bridges speak. She told us the story as an adult looking back and it was very compelling. I knew my granddaughter would enjoy it, so I bought it right away. The illustrations are wonderful. And her bravery is inspiring. I also learned things about history I didn't know.

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