A Sweet Smell of Roses

For Ages: 5 - 8

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There's a sweet, sweet smell in the air as two young girls sneak out of their house, down the street, and across town to where men and women are gathered, ready to march for freedom and justice.
Inspired by the countless young people who took a stand against the forces of injustice, two Coretta Scott King Honorees, Angela Johnson and Eric Velasquez, offer a stirring yet jubilant glimpse of the youth involvement that played an invaluable role in the Civil Rights movement.

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Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers |
32 pages |
ISBN 9780689832529 |
January 2005 |
Grades P - 3

$17.99 List Price

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“ The pervasive smell of roses is an effective metaphor for the scent of freedom in the air, and Johnson's poetic text is powerful. ”

– Horn Book

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“ The pervasive smell of roses is an effective metaphor for the scent of freedom in the air, and Johnson's poetic text is powerful. ”

– Horn Book
“This book is not only about segregation; it's also about the crowds of people 'walking our way toward freedom,' the thrilling portrait of Dr. King, and the two brave kids who cross the line.”

– Booklist
“ Powerful and moving. ”

– Kirkus Reviews