Lizzie Demands a Seat!: Elizabeth Jennings Fights for Streetcar Rights Library Binding – January 7, 2020
4.0 (15 items)
Limited Time Sale$6.59 cheaper than the new price!!
Free cash-on-delivery fees for purchases over $99
Product details
| Management number | 219220394 | Release Date | 2026/05/03 | List Price | $4.40 | Model Number | 219220394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | |||||||||
In 1854, Elizabeth "Lizzie" Jennings, an African American schoolteacher, fought back when she was unjustly denied entry to a New York City streetcar, sparking the beginnings of the long struggle to gain equal rights on public transportation.One hundred years before Rosa Parks took her stand, Elizabeth "Lizzie" Jennings tried to board a streetcar in New York City on her way to church. Though there were plenty of empty seats, she was denied entry, assaulted, and threatened all because of her race--even though New York was a free state at that time. Lizzie decided to fight back. She told her story, took her case to court--where future president Chester Arthur represented her--and won! Her victory was the first recorded in the fight for equal rights on public transportation, and Lizzie's case set a precedent. Author Beth Anderson and acclaimed illustrator E. B. Lewis bring this inspiring, little-known story to life in this captivating book. Read more
| ISBN13 | 979-8855003215 |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Bound to Stay Bound Books |
| Grade level | Preschool - Kindergarten |
| Reading age | 7 - 10 years |
| Print length | 32 pages |
| Publication date | January 7, 2020 |
1800s
Correction of product information
If you notice any omissions or errors in the product information on this page, please use the correction request form below.
Correction Request Form