Spotlight On Civic Courage: Heroes of Conscience
In the face of tyranny, certain heroes of conscience
stand out for having adopted a moral stance and taken action despite great risk
of imprisonment, physical harm, or even death. The biographies in this series
shine a spotlight on civic courage. Each book presents the life of a different
subject known for his or her peaceful resistance to political or social
oppression, contextualizing the struggle in language accessible to readers at
any level. These examples are sure to resonate with today?s motivated and
socially conscious readers?inspiring a new generation of heroes of
conscience.
? Interactive eBook editions will engage readers with additional
facts, mini biographies of important related figures, timelines, and vocabulary
features
? Encourages activism and empathy through inspiring accounts of
courageous lives
? Covers subjects included in state and national social
studies and history curricular standards
