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Barbara Diggs on Boycotts, Strikes, and Marches (ages 9–18) [VIRTUAL; RSVP REQUIRED]
Sat 20 March 2021 @ 14 h 00 - 15 h 00
For children and teens ages 9–18 and their families Dive into history with author Barbara Diggs, and find out about the pivotal role youth played…
For children and teens ages 9–18 and their families
Dive into history with author Barbara Diggs, and find out about the pivotal role youth played in protests and movements for change during the Civil Rights Era and the Vietnam War, then learn about Barbara’s writing and research process for her nonfiction books. Aspiring writers, curious readers, and children and teens interested in American History are all encouraged to attend this live, virtual event. Barbara’s nonfiction titles, Boycotts, Strikes, and Marches, The Vietnam War, and Race Relations: The Struggle for Equality in America, are available in our print collections and on our e-book platforms for members.
About Barbara Diggs: Barbara Diggs writes history books for middle-school children and teens. Her titles include Boycotts, Strikes, and Marches, and Race Relations: The Struggle for Equality in America, among others. She is currently at work on a middle-grade historical fiction novel. A graduate of Stanford Law School, Barbara practiced law in New York and Paris for several years before becoming a professional writer. You can find out more about Barbara on her website.
This event is free and open to the public. Advance registration is required. Click HERE to register.
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