Women in the Civil Rights Movement (Finding a Voice: Women's Fight for Equality in U.S. Society)

Hasday, Judy L.

ISBN 10: 1422223566 ISBN 13: 9781422223567

Publisher: Mason Crest, 2013

Looks at some of the women who performed essential roles in the civil rights movement, including Rosa Parks, Coretta Scott King, and Ida B. Wells-Barnett.

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From School Library Journal:

Gr 4-8-Gelletly delves into the colonial era when women were still considered property of their husbands and had almost no voice in government and society. She highlights both individuals such as Abigail Adams and Judith Sargent Murray as well as the collective influence that many women with purchasing and boycotting power exerted, which are strong features of this title. Hasday's book reads more like a brief history of the overall movement with periodic mentions of women who were involved at various stages. Both of these slim titles provide breadth over depth, acting as introductory resources for young researchers. Those seeking a closer look at individuals or analyses of various situations will need to search elsewhere. The appended resources are strong additions, and the glossary and time lines are helpful. Direct quotes, period photographs and artwork, and a pleasing layout make these accessible choices for libraries looking to supplement their collections on women's history.-Jody Kopple, Shady Hill School, Cambridge, MAα(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

From Booklist:

The Finding a Voice series looks at women’s struggles to find their place in U.S. society. In this volume, the role of women in the civil rights movement is explored within the context of the larger changes in society. In fact, this is really more about the struggles of African Americans as a group, as opposed to particular individuals. Still, a number of women are named for their bravery and perseverance, beginning with Sojourner Truth and Harriet Tubman, who fought against slavery. The book continues with looks at Reconstruction, Jim Crow laws (the derivation of the term is not defined), and school integration, and ends with 1960s activism and successes. Some of the women mentioned are well-known (Rosa Parks, for instance), but others are lesser-known heroines, like student Diane Nash, who helped integrate Nashville lunch counters. The roles that women played in various movements, like the voters’ project, are noted. The condensed history is very readable, and the historic photographs that capture the mood of events are eye-catching. Quotes are sourced and a list of Internet sites is appended. Grades 5-8. --Cooper, Ilene

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