Peaceful Protesters

Some of the most important movements in modern history have relied on nonviolent protest to achieve social change. This timely series examines key figures and movements, such as Thoreau?s civil disobedience, which took aim at the Mexican War, and the Freedom Riders, who risked their lives to peacefully challenge segregation. This set traces how each protest rose to prominence and includes in-depth historical background that contextualizes protesters? actions. Each book outlines the history of the movement, including any lasting effects today.
Each Book Contains:
? A look at the cultural evolutions caused by peaceful protest
? Biographical information about nonviolent protesters
? Descriptions of key historical events that led to oppression and inequality, and the events that rectified these inequalities
? Sidebars that include primary source text
Curriculum Connections:
? Presents the concepts of nonviolent resistance and social activism
? Demonstrates the myriad ways citizens can shape their government
? Stimulates a critical analysis of the ways that a society evolves