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She has published several children's books including \n\u003ci\u003eBlack Heroes: A Black History Book for Kids: 51 Inspiring People from Ancient Africa to Modern-Day U.S.A.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"Arlisha Norwood Alston has already proven she is knowledgeable about Black history through her prior books, and continues to amaze us with this one. This book makes you see the story through Ruby's eyes. \n\u003cem\u003eThe Story of Ruby Bridges\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautifully written and illustrated story that makes it easy for children to understand, and would be enjoyed by adults as well. You and your child(ren) will love this book!\" \n\u003cstrong\u003e--LaKendria April, kindergarten teacher\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview Quotes\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\" \n\u003cem\u003eThe Story of Ruby Bridges\u003c\/em\u003e not only informs us about how one brave little girl changed America's school system, it inspires.\" \n\u003cstrong\u003e--Kate Hannigan, author of \u003cem\u003eA Lady Has the Floor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the life of Ruby Bridges--a story about bravery and breaking down barriers for kids ages 6 to 9\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby Bridges was the first Black student to attend an all-white public school in the southern United States. Before she helped desegregate schools and change the course of history, she was a happy girl who helped take care of her younger siblings and loved to play outside. Her life changed when she was chosen to attend William Frantz Elementary, where she became a civil rights leader at a very young age. 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