Bibliograph

Malcolm X, fighting for human rights, Jeff Burlingame

Type

Label

Malcolm X, fighting for human rights, Jeff Burlingame

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

resource.biographical

individual biography

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Malcolm X

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

966314935

resource.readingGradeLevel

Grades 7-12

Responsibility statement

Jeff Burlingame

Series statement

Rebels with a cause

Sub title

fighting for human rights

Summary

Malcolm X faced many injustices growing up as an African American in the early twentieth century. Funneling his anger over systemic racism into activism, Malcolm X became a leader of the civil rights movement as well as one of the best-known spokesmen for the Nation of Islam. In this engaging biography, students will learn about Malcolm X's trials, tribulations, and victories in the battle for civil rights. Students will be guided through the reading with historical context and primary source documents, as well as a glossary of important words, a timeline, and references for further reading

Table Of Contents

Lighting a fire -- On the move -- Growing up on the streets -- A new name -- Spreading the word -- Leaving the Nation of Islam -- "They're killing my husband" -- A lasting legacy -- Conclusion

Target audience

juvenile

Classification