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Keep Moving Forward, Henry! - by Ayanna Murray (Hardcover)

Keep Moving Forward, Henry! - by  Ayanna Murray (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br><p>A true story about one of the first Black firefighters to serve in Eugene, Or (1981).</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>"Keep Moving Forward, Henry" is a children's book that is a great read-aloud based on the true story of Henry Luvert, one of the first African Americans to serve as a firefighter </strong>in 1981 in the small college town of Eugene, Oregon. This beautifully illustrated story for children 7-12 years old</strong>, shows Henry's strength and determination in achieving his goals against all the obstacles of hate and bigotry placed in his path.</p><p> </p><p>This book is a wonderful, age-appropriate</strong> way to introduce some of the issues of racial disparity and struggle in our American past. Giving young children early exposure to a subject that's hard to understand, it will ultimately leave children feeling good about Henry's resilienc</strong>e and willingness to find new doors of opportunity when other doors were closed shut. </p><p> </p><ul><li>This book is a great way for children to see that they can achieve success in spite of obstacles. </li><li>This inspiring story</strong> will lead to amazing discussions around the frustrations of injustice and the importance of treating people with fairness and respect. </li><li>It is a great way to start conversations about race relations, activism, overcoming obstacles, bravery</strong>, and making a positive contribution to society. </li><li>This powerful story will be a wonderful addition to any classroom curriculum dealing with themes of racism, overcoming obstacles, empathy, civil rights, and Black History Month. </strong></li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Anyone interested in equality and equity will be proud of the questions and conversations that will spark from reading this moving and powerful story, Keep Moving Forward, Henry. </em>The conversations will become priceless gems as children's empathy and compassion become ignited for the greater good of humankind. Learn more about the author at www.ayannamurray.com</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"Keep Moving Forward, Henry" is a children's book that is a great read-aloud based on the true story of Henry Luvert, one of the first African Americans to serve as a firefighter </strong>in 1981 in the small college town of Eugene, Oregon. This beautifully illustrated story for children 7-12 years old</strong>, shows Henry's strength and determination in achieving his goals against all the obstacles of hate and bigotry placed in his path.</p><p> </p><p>This book is a wonderful, age-appropriate</strong> way to introduce some of the issues of racial disparity and struggle in our American past. Giving young children early exposure to a subject that's hard to understand, it will ultimately leave children feeling good about Henry's resilienc</strong>e and willingness to find new doors of opportunity when other doors were closed shut. </p><p> </p><ul><li>This book is a great way for children to see that they can achieve success in spite of obstacles. </li><li>This inspiring story</strong> will lead to amazing discussions around the frustrations of injustice and the importance of treating people with fairness and respect. </li><li>It is a great way to start conversations about race relations, activism, overcoming obstacles, bravery</strong>, and making a positive contribution to society. </li><li>This powerful story will be a wonderful addition to any classroom curriculum dealing with themes of racism, overcoming obstacles, empathy, civil rights, and Black History Month. </strong></li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p> Anyone interested in equality and equity will be proud of the questions and conversations that will spark from reading this moving and powerful story, Keep Moving Forward, Henry. </em>The conversations will become priceless gems as children's empathy and compassion become ignited for the greater good of humankind. Learn more about the author at www.ayannamurray.com</p><br>

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