20th Century African American History For Kids: The Major Events That Shaped The African American Experience

This book is a comprehensive overview of African American history in the 20th century, written specifically for children. It covers all the major events that shaped the African American experience, from the Civil War to the Civil Rights Movement. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, and it is packed with illustrations and photographs. It is a valuable resource for any child who wants to learn more about African American history.

20th Century African American History for Kids The Major Events that Shaped the Past and Present (History by Century)

by Margeaux Weston

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5912 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	80 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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The Civil War and Reconstruction

The Civil War was a turning point in American history, and it had a profound impact on the lives of African Americans. The war began in 1861, when seven Southern states seceded from the Union. The Confederacy, as the new nation was called, was based on the institution of slavery. The Union, on the other hand, was fighting to preserve the Union and to end slavery. The war lasted for four years and resulted in the defeat of the Confederacy. The war led to the abolition of slavery and the passage of the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments to the Constitution, which granted African Americans citizenship and the right to vote.

After the war, Reconstruction was a period of time when the South was rebuilt and African Americans tried to exercise their new rights. However, Reconstruction was a difficult time, and African Americans faced many challenges. They were discriminated against by whites, and they were often denied their basic rights. In 1877, Reconstruction ended, and the Southに戻って行きました. to white supremacy.

The Jim Crow Era

The Jim Crow era was a period of time from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century when African Americans were subjected to legalized segregation and discrimination. Jim Crow laws were passed in many Southern states, and they required African Americans to live in separate neighborhoods, attend separate schools, and use separate public facilities. African Americans were also denied basic rights, such as the right to vote and to own land. The Jim Crow era was a dark time in American history, and it had a devastating impact on the lives of African Americans.

The Great Migration

The Great Migration was a period of time from the early 20th century to the mid-20th century when millions of African Americans left the South and moved to the North and West. The Great Migration was caused by a number of factors, including the boll weevil infestation that destroyed the cotton crop, the rise of sharecropping, and the lack of economic opportunities in the South. African Americans who moved to the North and West found new jobs and opportunities, but they also faced discrimination and segregation. The Great Migration was a major turning point in African American history, and it helped to shape the African American experience in the 20th century.

The Harlem Renaissance

The Harlem Renaissance was a period of cultural flowering in the 1920s and 1930s when African Americans made significant contributions to art, literature, music, and dance. The Harlem Renaissance was centered in Harlem, New York, but it had a nationwide impact. African American artists, writers, musicians, and dancers expressed their pride in their heritage and their determination to overcome the challenges they faced. The Harlem Renaissance was a major turning point in African American history, and it helped to shape the African American experience in the 20th century.

The Civil Rights Movement

The Civil Rights Movement was a period of social activism from the 1950s to the 1960s during which African Americans fought to end segregation and discrimination. The Civil Rights Movement was led by a number of key figures, including Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Malcolm X. The Civil Rights Movement used nonviolent resistance to achieve its goals, and it was successful in passing a number of landmark laws, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The Civil Rights Movement was a major turning point in African American history, and it helped to shape the African American experience in the 20th century.

The Black Power Movement

The Black Power Movement was a social and political movement that emerged in the late 1960s and early 1970s. The Black Power Movement was a response to the frustrations of African Americans who felt that the Civil Rights Movement had not gone far enough. The Black Power Movement advocated for black self-determination and self-reliance. The Black Power Movement was a major turning point in African American history, and it helped to shape the African American experience in the 20th century.

20th Century African American History for Kids The Major Events that Shaped the Past and Present (History by Century)

by Margeaux Weston

4.9 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	5912 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	80 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE