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 child's lens at a landmark moment in our Civil Rights history.

My work will be precious,

I will be a bridge between people.

I will bridge the "gap" between black & white.

. but hopefully all people!

I suppose some things in life are just meant to be.

When Ruby Bridges was just six years old, she became the first African
American student to integrate an elementary school in the South.
Based on the pivotal events that happened in 1960 and told
from her own point of view for the first time, in a poetic reflection
on her experience that changed the face of history and the trajectory
of the Civil Rights movement.

I Am Ruby Bridges offers hope and confidence to all children and
is a perfect learning tool for schools and libraries to teach the
story of Ruby Bridges as never before and introducing this landmark
story to young readers in a powerful new way. This story of innocence
and courage is brought to life by NAACP-nominated artist,
Nikkolas Smith through stunning and beautiful illustrations.Embracing
the meaning of her name, Bridges reflects with poignancy and
heart on the way one brave little girl stood proud and tall to
help build a bridge between all people and pave the path for future
generations.

Illustrated by: Nikkolas Smith