Do It for the People: Black Athletes, Activism, and Justice, (Audiobook)

<p><b>From the critically acclaimed and award-winning creators of <i>Crown </i>and<i> I Am Every Good Thing</i>, Derrick Barnes and Gordon C. James, comes an illustrated nonfiction young adult homage to Black athlete activists throughout history.</b></p><p>This is not your typical book about sports. This one begins...<br>"<i>AN ATHLETE PROTESTING THE MISTREATMENT OF AMERICAN CITIZENS DOES NOT MAKE THEM ANTI-AMERICAN.</i>"<br>And through a series of powerful poems, freedom-oriented prose, and dynamic illustration, Derrick Barnes and Gordon C. James introduce young readers and change-makers to athletes such as Muhammad Ali, Curt Flood, and Elgin Baylor who used their voices and influence to shake up the landscape of American sports and justice.<b>TIMELY AND TOPICAL: </b> Teaches readers about a continued cultural discussion from a resonant and impactful perspective.<b>MADE TO CAPTURE THE ATTENTION OF YOUNG READERS</b>: With a mix of prose, poetry, quotes, and illustrations, readers can dive into important history that might otherwise go untold.<b>FROM AN AWARD-WINNING TEAM</b>: Caldecott Honoree Gordon C. James and Kirkus Prize, Coretta Scott King Honor, and Newbery Honor recipient Derrick Barnes have teamed up again to create a memorable, impactful, and important book---this time for young adults.</p>

• Do It for the People: Black Athletes, Activism, and Justice, (Audiobook)
• Author: Derrick Barnes
• ISBN: 9798236008129
• Format: Audiobook
• Publication Date: 2027-01-26
• Page Count: 0