Mississippi Trial, 1955
by Chris Crowe
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Author: Chris CroweBrand: Penguin Group USA
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2003-11-24
ISBN: 0142501921
Number of pages: 231
Publisher: Speak
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- ISBN13: 9780142501924
- Condition: New
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Book Review: 1 out of 4 teachers would use this for a classroom
Summary: 3 Stars
If you are not a teacher, you probably don't want to read this review...
We were introduced to this book through a graduate class and were intrigued with the idea that Chris Crowe's book renewed interest in the life, death and trial of Emmett Till. Our reviews, however, are conflicting. Truth be told, only one out of four of us would use this in our classroom. Our debates range from accurate portayal of historical events to an intriguing narrative intended to stimulate interest.
Exagggerated and invented events are the author's license, but when used to dramatize the already factually horrific events of Emmett's demise, they weaken the impact it had on us and we wonder who was impacted enough to pursue a reopening of the case.
The one teacher who would use this book in her classroom felt like the book represented the historical fiction genre well and would be engaging for middle school students. This is an ideal gateway book to pique curiosity into learning more about Emmett Till and origins of the Civil Rights Movement.
Meghan MC, Chris W., Lori O. and Erinn L.
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