| Edition |
1st ed. |
| Description |
104 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), map ; 24 cm. |
| Series |
Topics today
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| Note |
"Portions of this work were originally authored by David Robson and published as Racism (Hot Topics)." |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 96-97) and index. |
| Contents |
Introduction: a long history of hate -- What does racism look like? -- What causes racism? -- Resistance to change -- Fighting against racism -- What comes next? |
| Summary |
"Now that laws promoting racial equality exist, some people argue that racism as a whole has been eradicated despite evidence to the contrary. Highly publicized racist incidents are generally dismissed as the exception rather than commonplace. Readers discover that this mindset ignores covert or hidden racism, which often deals with hurtful generalizations. In-depth sidebars and detailed photographs augment the engaging narrative as it discusses the history of American racism and its lasting effects. Discussion questions prompt young adults to confront their own biases. In addition, the fight for racial justice is highlighted in annotated quotes from experts"--Provided by the publisher. |
| Audience |
9-12 Medialog, Incorporated. |
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Grade 7. |
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Years 12-15. |
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Grade 7-10. |
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Z Guided Reading Level. |
| Subject |
Racism -- United States -- History.
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United States -- Race relations -- History.
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| ISBN |
9781502657510 library binding |
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9781502657503 paperback |
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