He even convinced his parents to have his name legally changed from Thoroughgood to Thurgood at age six. . Thurgood Marshall was an incredible person. Be the first to ask a question about Thurgood. When an adult has so many notable accomplishments, it is natural to move quickly beyond the youngest years within the limited space of a picture book. This is another extremely well done juvenile biography that deserves a place in as many school and public libraries as possible. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK • The definitive biography of the great lawyer and Supreme Court justice, from the bestselling author of Eyes on the Prize “Magisterial .

Thurgood’s rise through the ranks of the NAACP to his landmark arguments in Brown v. Board of Education, and then his election to the Supreme Court as the first black justice, make for very moving reading. Younger readers who have a chance to read or be read this book, will get a very clear picture of how difficult life was for Black Americans not so long ago (and for many even today!). Prior to his judicial service, he successfully argued several cases before the Supreme Court, including Brown v. Board of Education. "There is no single person in American history who contributed more to the cause of civil rights than Thurgood Marshall in terms of the sheer number of legal rights he secured through court battles. He is credited with arguing successfully 43 civil rights cases in front of the Supreme Court. His legal legacy as a champion of civil rights is presented and end notes capture more of his life. We’d love your help. Great introduction for young readers. I learn interesting facts about famous and not so famous people whose contributions have enriched the lives of others through their hard work and determination. The Author’s Note explains that there’s no way to fit the importance of Thurgood’s work into one 40-paged children’s book. September 3rd 2019 Thurgood faced racism growing up in Baltimore in the 1920’s.
He had to attend the overcrowded Colored High School which had no library, gym or cafeteria. It goes on to share a few more important details that children should know about his life. A back page gives a bit longer overview of Marshall's life. Marshall's life is captured from his early influences to his appointment to the Supreme court. Thurgood Marshall (July 2, 1908 – January 24, 1993) was an American lawyer and civil rights activist who served as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States from October 1967 until October 1991. . Good jumping off point.
Stunning artwork and text that perfectly explains the complexities of fighting racism during Jim Crow combine to make this an excellent picture book biography. What a game-changer he was! I was enthralled by this picture book biography of Thurgood Marshall but I thought the ending was a bit rushed. His father also taught him to debate and argue ideas. Even though this is for children I learned a few more things about Mr. Marshall from this book. Picture book biographies are one of my favorite categories of books to read. Marshall was the Court's first African-American justice. I enjoyed learning more about this amazing man. The first evidence? As a lawyer, Marshall is responsible for many of the civil rights victories of the 1950s and 1960s. Might be fun to gather all the amazing picture book biographies of supreme court justices and have kids read them in small groups. | ISBN 9780307786128 I am becoming a huge fan of author Jonah Winter. Thurgood Marshall: His Speeches, Writings, Arguments, Opinions, and Reminiscences (The Library o… Winter's picture book biography of Thurgood Marshall with Bryan Collier's amazing illustrations is a great addition to a classroom collection. Learn about the battles he faced, his determination, and his legacy. From the time he was a small boy, Thurgood Marshall was destined to be a lawyer. And he became the first black U.S. Supreme Court Justice in history. There are no discussion topics on this book yet.

He had to attend the overcrowded Colored High School which had no library, gym or cafeteria. He had a fierce will to change America, which led to clashes with Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcom X, and Robert F. Kennedy. Winter doesn't hesitate to show that Marshall put his life on the line for these victories. Excellent picture book biography telling about the early life of Thurgood Marshall. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK • The definitive biography of the great lawyer and Supreme Court justice, from the bestselling author of Eyes on the Prize “Magisterial . But over time he learned the importance of carefully changing laws and making lasting differences for everyone. I cannot imagine anyone reading this picture book and not coming away feeling impressed at his accomplishments and his relentless chipping away at segregation. "Normally, you don’t look at a sandbox full of toddlers and say, ‘Little Jimmy there is going to become a world-famous lawyer!’ But there was this little boy named Thoroughgood who was by all accounts a born lawyer. He's done a great job with this biography of Thurgood Marshall and I look forward to reading his other many nonfiction books for young readers. The Author’s Note explains that there’s no way to fit the impor. When an adult has so many notable accomplishments, it is natural to move quickly beyond the youngest years within the limited space of a picture book. His father worked at jobs where he served wealthy white customers, including at a country club that did not allow black people to be members. Reading this book reminded me of how I felt while watching the recent movie about Harriet Tubman-proud of the person portrayed, but ashamed of how our country has treated many of its citizens. I can't wait to share it with my children! I imagine many people know Thurgood Marshall as being the first black justice on the Supreme Court, but there were many other things that happened in his lifetime. “Facts” on experiences that African Americans of the time dealt with every day are related in clear, expository writing that does not mince words about the pain it caused.

Thurgood Marshall is one of my biggest heroes so I was thrilled to see this new biography on him...and even more thrilled at how well-done it is! Winter aligns Thurgood Marshall’s family upbringing with his personal drive and way with words to show how he fought injustice. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK • The definitive biography of the great lawyer and Supreme Court justice, from the bestselling author of Eyes on the Prize “Magisterial... in Williams’ richly detailed portrait, Marshall emerges as a born rebel.”—Jack E. White, Time This books shines a light on Thurgood Marshall’s achievements and the challenges faced by those he fought to protect. The author's repeated use of the term "fact" to highlight important moments and realizations in Marshall's formative years works well in a biography devoted to a lawyer who would go on to argue cases based on those facts, and even while an emotional appeal might be warranted, it would be facts that would carry the day. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. I'd recommend for grades 2-4. This book provides a beautiful introduction to Thurgood and his accomplishments. He went to law school at Howard University where he learned to fight for civil rights in court. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published I found the artwork on the book’s cover to be immensely moving. Younger readers who have a chance to read or be read this book, will get a very clear picture of how difficult life was for Black Americans not so long ago (and for many even today!). A biography about the life of Thurgood Marshall. ", Jonah Winter is the celebrated author of many picture book biographies, including Barack, which was a, Juvenile & YA Nonfiction 2019 (Mock Sibert, 2020). **Description from Amazon: Thurgood Marshall--the first black justice on the Supreme Court and a giant of the civil rights movement--jumps to life in this inspiring picture-book biography from an award-winning author and six-time Coretta Scott King, four-time Caldecott Honor-winning illustrator. This picture book attempts to bring his experiences to life from his childhood on up. This book is an excellent addition to a collection devoted to civil rights, integration, individuals who made a difference. The book has a harshness to it that fits the realities of life and is what makes it authentic. Juan Williams, one of America’s leading journalists, is a political analyst for Fox News, a regular panelist on Fox Broadcasting’s Sunday morning public affairs program, “Fox News Sunday,” and a columnist for FoxNews.com and for The Hill. “Facts” on experiences that African Americans of the time dealt with every day are related in clear, expository writing that does not mince words about the pain it caused. As dedicated readers already know, some of the best and most innovative stories on the shelves come from the constantly evolving realm of... To see what your friends thought of this book. It was that way with THURGOOD, a story of Supreme Court Justice, Thurgood Marshall, and his many accomplishments while fighting for racial justice.