Selma, Lord, Selma: Girlhood Memories of the Civil Rights Days

"Selma, Lord, Selma: Girlhood Memories of the Civil Rights Days" is a profound retelling of the seismic events of the 1965 Selma voting rights movement through the innocent eyes of Sheyann Webb and Rachel West, children who found themselves on the frontline of history. Published on April 30, 1997, this narrative captures the essence of resilience and courage as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. leads a charge against unjust voting laws in Alabama. Crafted from interviews conducted by award-winning journalist Frank Sikora between 1975 and 1979, this book intertwines fear, bravery, and the pursuit of justice, offering middle-school readers a personal glimpse into the struggles and triumphs of the civil rights era. Engaging and enlightening, "Selma, Lord, Selma" invites young readers to explore themes of racial justice and voting rights, encouraging them to reflect on how these pivotal moments reshaped American society.